Nickel catalysts imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported nickel catalysts worth $49.5 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 228% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $68.8 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 | $49.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $15.1M | 766 t |
| 2022 | $17.7M | 701 t |
| 2021 | $25.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $15.8M | 638 t |
| 2019 | $35.9M | 761 t |
| 2018 | $46.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $68.8M | 1.4K t |
Where Kuwait imports nickel catalysts from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+319% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $32.6M | 66% |
| Denmark | $11.0M | 22% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 3.2% |
| France | $1.3M | 2.6% |
| China | $416K | 0.8% |
| India | $372K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $203K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.50 per kg, 35% above the world average of $17.36. 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.
Nickel catalysts exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported nickel catalysts worth $7.2 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Taiwan accounted for 80% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $5.8M | 80% |
| Japan | $876K | 12% |
| South Korea | $198K | 2.7% |
| Chile | $167K | 2.3% |
| China | $73K | 1% |
| India | $53K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $40K | 0.6% |
| United States | $36K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait nickel catalysts imports (HS 3815.11): 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 3815.11: Catalysts, supported: reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with nickel or nickel compounds as the active substance, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel catalysts imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported nickel catalysts worth $49.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 133 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 228% on 2023.
Which countries supply nickel catalysts to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($32.6 million), followed by Denmark (22%) and Japan (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 319% on the year.
What is the average import price of nickel catalysts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.50 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $17.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of nickel catalysts to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $68.8 million in 2017 to $49.5 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2017 at $68.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export nickel catalysts?
Yes. Kuwait exported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Taiwan, Japan and South Korea. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $42.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel catalysts?
The HS code for nickel catalysts is subheading 3815.11. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3815 page.
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