Medical sterilizers imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of medical sterilizers by Kuwait reached $7.9 million in 2024 (62 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $7.9M | 62 t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 79 t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 104 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 58 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 91 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 84 t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 79 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 58 t |
Where Kuwait imports medical sterilizers from
Most of the value came from United States (39%), France (16%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.0M | 39% |
| France | $1.3M | 16% |
| India | $803K | 10% |
| China | $634K | 8% |
| Japan | $357K | 4.5% |
| Austria | $259K | 3.3% |
| Poland | $203K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $167K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $142K | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $130K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $126.98 per kg, 150% above the world average of $50.71. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medical sterilizers exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $203 thousand of medical sterilizers in 2024 (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Belgium accounted for 81% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $165K | 81% |
| South Africa | $31K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7K | 3.5% |
| Iraq | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait medical sterilizers imports (HS 8419.20): 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 8419.20: Sterilizers: for medical, surgical or laboratory use, not used for domestic purposes.
Common questions
What is the value of medical sterilizers imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported medical sterilizers worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 62 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 209 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical sterilizers to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by France (16%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 230% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical sterilizers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $126.98 per kg in 2024, 150% above the world average of $50.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of medical sterilizers to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 156%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export medical sterilizers?
Yes. Kuwait exported $203 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical sterilizers?
The HS code for medical sterilizers is subheading 8419.20. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8419 page.
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