MDF (5–9 mm) imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported mdf (5–9 mm) worth $9.3 million (20.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.1 million.
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 | $9.3M | 20.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 22.0K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 11.7K t |
| 2021 | $14.1M | 24.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 12.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 9.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 11.8K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 14.2K t |
Where Kuwait imports mdf (5–9 mm) from
One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $6.1M | 65% |
| China | $2.1M | 23% |
| India | $287K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $260K | 2.8% |
| Austria | $194K | 2.1% |
| Vietnam | $81K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $75K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $47K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $37K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $34K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.46 per kg, 31% below the world average of $0.67, 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.
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The shipment records behind Kuwait mdf (5–9 mm) imports (HS 4411.13): 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 4411.13: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 5 mm but not exceeding 9 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of mdf (5–9 mm) imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported mdf (5–9 mm) worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply mdf (5–9 mm) to Kuwait?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by China (23%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 263% on the year.
What is the average import price of mdf (5–9 mm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.46 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $0.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mdf (5–9 mm) to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2021 at $14.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for mdf (5–9 mm)?
The HS code for mdf (5–9 mm) is subheading 4411.13. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
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