Lemons and limes imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported lemons and limes worth $27.1 million (38.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 32% 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 | $27.1M | 38.5K t |
| 2023 | $20.6M | 28.6K t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 18.1K t |
| 2021 | $17.6M | 29.5K t |
| 2020 | $22.8M | 31.8K t |
| 2019 | $19.0M | 29.6K t |
| 2018 | $16.3M | 26.8K t |
| 2017 | $23.3M | 35.2K t |
Where Kuwait imports lemons and limes from
Most of the value came from South Africa (26%), Vietnam (25%), Egypt (19%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+209% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.1M | 26% |
| Vietnam | $6.8M | 25% |
| Egypt | $5.2M | 19% |
| Turkey | $5.2M | 19% |
| Somalia | $689K | 2.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $548K | 2% |
| Syria | $225K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $222K | 0.8% |
| China | $193K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $159K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.70 per kg, 33% below the world average of $1.05, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lemons and limes exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported lemons and limes worth $1.6 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Iraq accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+779% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $1.2M | 73% |
| Saudi Arabia | $379K | 24% |
| Qatar | $27K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $18K | 1.1% |
| Oman | $14K | 0.9% |
| Canada | $1K | 0.1% |
| Djibouti | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait lemons and limes imports (HS 0805.50): 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 0805.50: Fruit, edible: lemons (Citrus limon, Citrus limonum), limes (Citrus aurantifolia , Citrus latifolia), fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of lemons and limes imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported lemons and limes worth $27.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 207 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply lemons and limes to Kuwait?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Vietnam (25%) and Egypt (19%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 637% on the year.
What is the average import price of lemons and limes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.70 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $1.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lemons and limes to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.3 million in 2017 to $27.1 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.8 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export lemons and limes?
Yes. Kuwait exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $25.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for lemons and limes?
The HS code for lemons and limes is subheading 0805.50. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0805 page.
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