Fresh whole chickens imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh whole chickens by Kuwait reached $49.4 million in 2024 (11.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 156 countries for imports of this product. That is 39% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49.4M | 11.4K t |
| 2023 | $35.6M | 17.4K t |
| 2022 | $31.1M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $18.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $8.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $382K | 54 t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 1.5K t |
Where Kuwait imports fresh whole chickens from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $49.0M | 99% |
| United Arab Emirates | $301K | 0.6% |
| Oman | $82K | 0.2% |
| Jordan | $61K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.33 per kg, 55% above the world average of $2.79. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait fresh whole chickens imports (HS 0207.11): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0207.11: Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh whole chickens imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported fresh whole chickens worth $49.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 156 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh whole chickens to Kuwait?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($49.0 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (1%) and Oman (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh whole chickens per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.33 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $2.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh whole chickens to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $49.4 million in 2024, an increase of 511%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh whole chickens?
The HS code for fresh whole chickens is subheading 0207.11. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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