High-density polyethylene exports from Kuwait: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait exported high-density polyethylene worth $526.7 million (484.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 37% more 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $526.7M | 484.8K t |
| 2023 | $383.2M | 368.2K t |
| 2022 | $417.4M | 370.9K t |
| 2021 | $424.3M | 338.3K t |
| 2020 | $297.8M | 424.4K t |
| 2019 | $391.8M | 438.0K t |
| 2018 | $525.3M | 372.1K t |
| 2017 | $452.9M | 362.9K t |
Where Kuwait exports high-density polyethylene to
The largest buyer markets were China (38%), Vietnam (15%), India (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $198.6M | 38% |
| Vietnam | $79.7M | 15% |
| India | $61.8M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $22.8M | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $15.4M | 2.9% |
| Jordan | $11.9M | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $11.7M | 2.2% |
| Tunisia | $9.1M | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $8.5M | 1.6% |
| Pakistan | $7.4M | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.09 per kg, close to the world average of $1.13.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High-density polyethylene imports to Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait imported high-density polyethylene worth $13.8 million (12.5 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+231% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $10.1M | 74% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.4M | 18% |
| South Korea | $400K | 2.9% |
| Thailand | $389K | 2.8% |
| Qatar | $173K | 1.3% |
| China | $132K | 1% |
| United States | $34K | 0.3% |
| India | $15K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $14K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait high-density polyethylene exports (HS 3901.20): 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 3901.20: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more.
Common questions
What is the value of high-density polyethylene exported by Kuwait?
Kuwait exported high-density polyethylene worth $526.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 484.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 139 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries buy high-density polyethylene from Kuwait?
China was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($198.6 million), followed by Vietnam (15%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 56 buyer countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 79% on the year.
What is the average export price of high-density polyethylene per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.09 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of high-density polyethylene from Kuwait changed since 2017?
Exports went from $452.9 million in 2017 to $526.7 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $427.4 million a year.
Does Kuwait also import high-density polyethylene?
Yes. Kuwait imported $13.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and South Korea. On balance Kuwait is a net exporter of this product, by about $512.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for high-density polyethylene?
The HS code for high-density polyethylene is subheading 3901.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
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