Live camels and camelids exports from Kuwait: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait exported live camels and camelids worth $4.0 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 48 countries. That is 152% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $35.5 million.
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 | $4.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 914 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $449K | 223 t |
| 2018 | $35.5M | 9.4K t |
| 2017 | $14.9M | 2.8K t |
Where Kuwait exports live camels and camelids to
The largest buyer markets were Iraq (45%), Saudi Arabia (37%), Qatar (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $1.8M | 45% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.5M | 37% |
| Qatar | $500K | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $197K | 4.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.63 per kg, 49% below the world average of $3.22, 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.
Live camels and camelids imports to Kuwait
Kuwait imported $3.4 million of live camels and camelids in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 60 countries. Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (36%), Somalia (21%), Qatar (21%). Among the main suppliers, Somalia grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.2M | 36% |
| Somalia | $721K | 21% |
| Qatar | $712K | 21% |
| United Arab Emirates | $417K | 12% |
| Pakistan | $259K | 7.6% |
| Jordan | $74K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0.3% |
| Bulgaria | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait live camels and camelids exports (HS 0106.13): 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 0106.13: Mammals: live, camels and other camelids (Camelidae).
Common questions
What is the value of live camels and camelids exported by Kuwait?
Kuwait exported live camels and camelids worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 48 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 152% on 2023.
Which countries buy live camels and camelids from Kuwait?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (37%) and Qatar (13%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average export price of live camels and camelids per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.63 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $3.22 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of live camels and camelids from Kuwait changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.9 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, a fall of 73%. The peak was 2018 at $35.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does Kuwait also import live camels and camelids?
Yes. Kuwait imported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, Somalia and Qatar. That compares with exports of $4.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for live camels and camelids?
The HS code for live camels and camelids is subheading 0106.13. It sits in HS chapter 01 (animals; live). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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