Plastic caps and closures imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $18.8 million of plastic caps and closures in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $18.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $22.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $17.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $14.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $11.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $12.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $10.9M | 2.4K t |
Where Kuwait imports plastic caps and closures from
Most of the value came from China (34%), Saudi Arabia (14%), United Arab Emirates (8%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+785% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.4M | 34% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.6M | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 8.3% |
| United States | $1.2M | 6.3% |
| Bahrain | $972K | 5.2% |
| Jordan | $790K | 4.2% |
| India | $768K | 4.1% |
| France | $736K | 3.9% |
| Spain | $564K | 3% |
| Thailand | $491K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.17 per kg, close to the world average of $5.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic caps and closures exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported plastic caps and closures worth $847 thousand (329 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $464K | 55% |
| United Arab Emirates | $261K | 31% |
| Qatar | $55K | 6.4% |
| Oman | $31K | 3.6% |
| Jordan | $23K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.6% |
| Lebanon | $3K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.2% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait plastic caps and closures imports (HS 3923.50): 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 3923.50: Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic caps and closures imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported plastic caps and closures worth $18.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic caps and closures to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (14%) and the United Arab Emirates (8%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 785% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic caps and closures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.17 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $5.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic caps and closures to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.9 million in 2017 to $18.8 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2023 at $22.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.9 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export plastic caps and closures?
Yes. Kuwait exported $847 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $18.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic caps and closures?
The HS code for plastic caps and closures is subheading 3923.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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