Frozen whole chickens imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of frozen whole chickens by Kuwait reached $213.2 million in 2024 (102.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 215 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 9% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $213.2M | 102.8K t |
| 2023 | $196.3M | 96.9K t |
| 2022 | $195.0M | 106.0K t |
| 2021 | $130.3M | 77.4K t |
| 2020 | $138.0M | 96.5K t |
| 2019 | $146.8M | 94.7K t |
| 2018 | $142.2M | 95.0K t |
| 2017 | $144.2M | 89.3K t |
Where Kuwait imports frozen whole chickens from
Brazil alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $159.0M | 75% |
| Oman | $19.2M | 9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $18.9M | 8.9% |
| Ukraine | $11.0M | 5.2% |
| Jordan | $2.8M | 1.3% |
| France | $1.1M | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $385K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $354K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $254K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $68K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.07 per kg, 25% above the world average of $1.66. 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.
Frozen whole chickens exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported frozen whole chickens worth $1.7 million (862 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 67% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+190% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 67% |
| Qatar | $283K | 16% |
| Oman | $212K | 12% |
| Guinea | $33K | 1.9% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $33K | 1.9% |
| DR Congo | $16K | 0.9% |
| Iraq | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait frozen whole chickens imports (HS 0207.12): 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 0207.12: Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen whole chickens imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported frozen whole chickens worth $213.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 102.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 215 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen whole chickens to Kuwait?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($159.0 million), followed by Oman (9%) and Saudi Arabia (9%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen whole chickens per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.07 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $1.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of frozen whole chickens to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $144.2 million in 2017 to $213.2 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $163.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export frozen whole chickens?
Yes. Kuwait exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Oman. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $211.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen whole chickens?
The HS code for frozen whole chickens is subheading 0207.12. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0207 page.
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