Other integrated circuits imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported other integrated circuits worth $2.9 million (7 tonnes). That is 39% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $17.1 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 | $2.9M | 7 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 21 t |
| 2022 | $17.1M | 95 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 75 t |
| 2020 | $898K | 8 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 6 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 8 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 7 t |
Where Kuwait imports other integrated circuits from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (29%), Taiwan (26%), Lebanon (19%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+250% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $843K | 30% |
| Taiwan | $757K | 27% |
| Lebanon | $556K | 19% |
| United States | $400K | 14% |
| Germany | $78K | 2.7% |
| China | $45K | 1.6% |
| Romania | $44K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $25K | 0.9% |
| Mexico | $22K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $16K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $386.72 per kg, 80% below the world average of $1,925.59, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait other integrated circuits imports (HS 8542.39): 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 8542.39: Electronic integrated circuits: n.e.c. in heading no. 8542.
Common questions
What is the value of other integrated circuits imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported other integrated circuits worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7 tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 209 countries worldwide. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply other integrated circuits to Kuwait?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($843 thousand), followed by Taiwan (26%) and Lebanon (19%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 250% on the year.
What is the average import price of other integrated circuits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $386.72 per kg in 2024, 80% below the world average of $1,925.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of other integrated circuits to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 120%. The peak was 2022 at $17.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for other integrated circuits?
The HS code for other integrated circuits is subheading 8542.39. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8542 page.
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