Polyethylene terephthalate film imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $6.8 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $6.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 445 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 457 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 494 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 960 t |
Where Kuwait imports polyethylene terephthalate film from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (38%), China (23%), United Arab Emirates (21%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.6M | 38% |
| China | $1.5M | 23% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 21% |
| Lebanon | $284K | 4.2% |
| Oman | $281K | 4.2% |
| Japan | $180K | 2.7% |
| United States | $118K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $109K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $81K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $45K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.30 per kg, 24% below the world average of $3.01, 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 polyethylene terephthalate film imports (HS 3920.62): 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 3920.62: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate film imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate film to Kuwait?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by China (23%) and the United Arab Emirates (21%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 716% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.30 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $3.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate film to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 131%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film is subheading 3920.62. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Kuwait, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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