Homogenised meat preparations imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported homogenised meat preparations worth $13.2 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 179 countries for imports of this product. That is 84% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $13.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 479 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 216 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 344 t |
| 2017 | $11.3M | 1.9K t |
Where Kuwait imports homogenised meat preparations from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (49%), Saudi Arabia (32%), Netherlands (5%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+221% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $6.5M | 49% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.2M | 32% |
| Netherlands | $633K | 4.8% |
| Uruguay | $609K | 4.6% |
| Jordan | $533K | 4% |
| United States | $225K | 1.7% |
| Egypt | $124K | 0.9% |
| Australia | $114K | 0.9% |
| Russia | $87K | 0.7% |
| Lebanon | $40K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.16 per kg, close to the world average of $4.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Homogenised meat preparations exports from Kuwait
Exports of homogenised meat preparations by Kuwait reached $2.1 million in 2024 (566 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 50% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.0M | 50% |
| Bahrain | $353K | 17% |
| Oman | $328K | 16% |
| Brazil | $103K | 4.9% |
| Jordan | $88K | 4.2% |
| Qatar | $69K | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $50K | 2.4% |
| Seychelles | $45K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait homogenised meat preparations imports (HS 1602.10): 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 1602.10: Meat preparations: homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal or blood.
Common questions
What is the value of homogenised meat preparations imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported homogenised meat preparations worth $13.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 179 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 84% on 2023.
Which countries supply homogenised meat preparations to Kuwait?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (32%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 221% on the year.
What is the average import price of homogenised meat preparations per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.16 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $4.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of homogenised meat preparations to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.3 million in 2017 to $13.2 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2022 at $13.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export homogenised meat preparations?
Yes. Kuwait exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Oman. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for homogenised meat preparations?
The HS code for homogenised meat preparations is subheading 1602.10. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1602 page.
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