Other hot-rolled steel imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported other hot-rolled steel worth $12.9 million (18.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $30.4 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 | $12.9M | 18.6K t |
| 2023 | $16.7M | 22.9K t |
| 2022 | $16.4M | 12.4K t |
| 2021 | $30.4M | 34.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 8.3K t |
Where Kuwait imports other hot-rolled steel from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 85% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $11.0M | 85% |
| China | $1.7M | 13% |
| Qatar | $122K | 0.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $56K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $4K | 0% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.69 per kg, 32% below the world average of $1.01, 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.
Other hot-rolled steel exports from Kuwait
Exports of other hot-rolled steel by Kuwait reached $277 thousand in 2024 (361 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 93% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $257K | 93% |
| Pakistan | $20K | 7.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait other hot-rolled steel imports (HS 7208.90): 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 7208.90: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, hot-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7208.
Common questions
What is the value of other hot-rolled steel imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported other hot-rolled steel worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 193 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply other hot-rolled steel to Kuwait?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by China (13%) and Qatar (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 272% on the year.
What is the average import price of other hot-rolled steel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $1.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of other hot-rolled steel to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 122%. The peak was 2021 at $30.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.0 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export other hot-rolled steel?
Yes. Kuwait exported $277 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $12.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for other hot-rolled steel?
The HS code for other hot-rolled steel is subheading 7208.90. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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