Handbag (plastic or textile) imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $43.3 million of handbag (plastic or textile) in 2024 (866 tonnes). That is 5% less than in 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 | $43.3M | 866 t |
| 2023 | $45.6M | 729 t |
| 2022 | $43.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $37.4M | 624 t |
| 2020 | $36.2M | 578 t |
| 2019 | $39.6M | 998 t |
| 2018 | $34.4M | 946 t |
| 2017 | $26.5M | 920 t |
Where Kuwait imports handbag (plastic or textile) from
Most of the value came from Italy (26%), China (26%), France (17%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $11.3M | 26% |
| China | $11.1M | 26% |
| France | $7.4M | 17% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.3M | 9.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 2.8% |
| United States | $1.0M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $817K | 1.9% |
| India | $774K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $700K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $49.96 per kg, 120% above the world average of $22.69. 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.
Handbag (plastic or textile) exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported handbag (plastic or textile) worth $8.4 million (137 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+675% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $4.4M | 52% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.4M | 29% |
| Italy | $710K | 8.5% |
| Oman | $320K | 3.8% |
| Qatar | $271K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $169K | 2% |
| Iraq | $53K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $12K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $7K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait handbag (plastic or textile) imports (HS 4202.22): 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 4202.22: Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of handbag (plastic or textile) imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported handbag (plastic or textile) worth $43.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 866 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply handbag (plastic or textile) to Kuwait?
Italy was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($11.3 million), followed by China (26%) and France (17%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 75 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 165% on the year.
What is the average import price of handbag (plastic or textile) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $49.96 per kg in 2024, 120% above the world average of $22.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of handbag (plastic or textile) to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.5 million in 2017 to $43.3 million in 2024, an increase of 63%. The peak was 2023 at $45.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.3 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export handbag (plastic or textile)?
Yes. Kuwait exported $8.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Italy. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $34.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for handbag (plastic or textile)?
The HS code for handbag (plastic or textile) is subheading 4202.22. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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