Ophthalmic instruments imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ophthalmic instruments by Kuwait reached $7.9 million in 2024 (19 tonnes). That is 19% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $10.6 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 | $7.9M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $9.8M | 37 t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 24 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 32 t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 11 t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 27 t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 18 t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 33 t |
Where Kuwait imports ophthalmic instruments from
The largest suppliers were United States (39%), Germany (16%), United Kingdom (8%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+527% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.0M | 39% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $599K | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $520K | 6.6% |
| Japan | $490K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $461K | 5.9% |
| Poland | $298K | 3.8% |
| France | $246K | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $239K | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $148K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $421.77 per kg, 95% above the world average of $216.35. 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.
Ophthalmic instruments exports from Kuwait
Exports of ophthalmic instruments by Kuwait reached $336 thousand in 2024 (2 tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (39%), United Arab Emirates (28%), Greece (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+391% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $131K | 39% |
| United Arab Emirates | $93K | 28% |
| Greece | $62K | 18% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 4.3% |
| Lebanon | $14K | 4.1% |
| Iraq | $10K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $7K | 2% |
| France | $4K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.6% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait ophthalmic instruments imports (HS 9018.50): 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 9018.50: Ophthalmic instruments and appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of ophthalmic instruments imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported ophthalmic instruments worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19 tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply ophthalmic instruments to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Germany (16%) and the United Kingdom (8%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 527% on the year.
What is the average import price of ophthalmic instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $421.77 per kg in 2024, 95% above the world average of $216.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ophthalmic instruments to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2019 at $10.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export ophthalmic instruments?
Yes. Kuwait exported $336 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates and Greece. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ophthalmic instruments?
The HS code for ophthalmic instruments is subheading 9018.50. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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