Plastic pipe and hose fittings imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $17.8 million of plastic pipe and hose fittings in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $55.2 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 | $17.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $22.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $19.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $21.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $15.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $17.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $21.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $55.2M | 17.6K t |
Where Kuwait imports plastic pipe and hose fittings from
The largest suppliers were Germany (25%), United Kingdom (24%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.4M | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $4.2M | 24% |
| China | $2.1M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 7.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $985K | 5.5% |
| Turkey | $985K | 5.5% |
| Italy | $875K | 4.9% |
| Spain | $503K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $466K | 2.6% |
| Egypt | $433K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.08 per kg, close to the world average of $9.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic pipe and hose fittings exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported plastic pipe and hose fittings worth $609 thousand (246 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Jordan accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+420% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $461K | 76% |
| Bahrain | $61K | 9.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $42K | 7% |
| Iraq | $26K | 4.2% |
| Oman | $7K | 1.1% |
| United States | $5K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.7% |
| Qatar | $3K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait plastic pipe and hose fittings imports (HS 3917.40): 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 3917.40: Plastics: tube, pipe and hose fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges).
Common questions
What is the value of plastic pipe and hose fittings imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported plastic pipe and hose fittings worth $17.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic pipe and hose fittings to Kuwait?
Germany was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (24%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic pipe and hose fittings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.08 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $9.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic pipe and hose fittings to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $55.2 million in 2017 to $17.8 million in 2024, a fall of 68%. The peak was 2017 at $55.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.8 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export plastic pipe and hose fittings?
Yes. Kuwait exported $609 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $17.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic pipe and hose fittings?
The HS code for plastic pipe and hose fittings is subheading 3917.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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