Plastic spectacle frames imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported plastic spectacle frames worth $3.0 million (9 tonnes). Value fell 38% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.8 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 | $3.0M | 9 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 41 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 16 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 15 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 14 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 23 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 15 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 14 t |
Where Kuwait imports plastic spectacle frames from
Most of the value came from Italy (36%), China (34%), Austria (9%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+549% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.1M | 36% |
| China | $1.0M | 34% |
| Austria | $274K | 9.2% |
| Spain | $119K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $100K | 3.3% |
| Denmark | $80K | 2.7% |
| Japan | $67K | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $61K | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $37K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $34K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $332.82 per kg, 74% above the world average of $190.98. 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 plastic spectacle frames imports (HS 9003.11): 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 9003.11: Frames and mountings: for spectacles, goggles or the like, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic spectacle frames imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported plastic spectacle frames worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9 tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic spectacle frames to Kuwait?
Italy was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by China (34%) and Austria (9%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 549% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic spectacle frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $332.82 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $190.98 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 spectacle frames to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2023 at $4.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic spectacle frames?
The HS code for plastic spectacle frames is subheading 9003.11. 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 9003 page.
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