Polyether resins imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyether resins by Kuwait reached $18.9 million in 2024 (8.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 29% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $31.9 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 | $18.9M | 8.9K t |
| 2023 | $26.8M | 11.1K t |
| 2022 | $25.9M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $31.9M | 11.1K t |
| 2020 | $23.2M | 10.2K t |
| 2019 | $20.8M | 10.0K t |
| 2018 | $21.3M | 9.9K t |
| 2017 | $19.5M | 9.8K t |
Where Kuwait imports polyether resins from
Most of the value came from China (45%), Mexico (26%), United Arab Emirates (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.5M | 45% |
| Mexico | $4.9M | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.4M | 13% |
| Thailand | $685K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $455K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $407K | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $336K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $311K | 1.6% |
| India | $258K | 1.4% |
| Cameroon | $177K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.13 per kg, close to the world average of $2.13.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyether resins exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported polyether resins worth $1.3 million (325 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+774% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.0M | 80% |
| Qatar | $240K | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10K | 0.8% |
| Iraq | $5K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait polyether resins imports (HS 3907.20): 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 3907.20: Polyethers: in primary forms, excluding polyacetals.
Common questions
What is the value of polyether resins imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported polyether resins worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyether resins to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by Mexico (26%) and the United Arab Emirates (13%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyether resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.13 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyether resins to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.5 million in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2021 at $31.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.5 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export polyether resins?
Yes. Kuwait exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $17.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyether resins?
The HS code for polyether resins is subheading 3907.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
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