Optical measurement instrument imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported optical measurement instrument worth $2.4 million (10 tonnes). That is 73% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $61.7 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 | $2.4M | 10 t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 3 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 6 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 4 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 10 t |
| 2019 | $61.7M | 18 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 7 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 20 t |
Where Kuwait imports optical measurement instrument from
Most of the value came from United States (23%), United Kingdom (17%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $542K | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $397K | 17% |
| Germany | $358K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $312K | 13% |
| China | $138K | 5.8% |
| Switzerland | $113K | 4.7% |
| France | $83K | 3.5% |
| Japan | $81K | 3.4% |
| Canada | $51K | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $50K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $241.66 per kg, 119% above the world average of $110.20. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait optical measurement instrument imports (HS 9031.49): 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 9031.49: Optical instruments and appliances: for measuring or checking, n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of optical measurement instrument imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported optical measurement instrument worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10 tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical measurement instrument to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($542 thousand), followed by the United Kingdom (17%) and Germany (15%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 686% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical measurement instrument per kg?
The average declared import value was about $241.66 per kg in 2024, 119% above the world average of $110.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical measurement instrument to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2019 at $61.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical measurement instrument?
The HS code for optical measurement instrument is subheading 9031.49. 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 9031 page.
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