Polymer adhesive imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $8.7 million of polymer adhesive in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). That is 32% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $12.8 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 | $8.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $12.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $10.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $11.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $10.4M | 3.4K t |
Where Kuwait imports polymer adhesive from
Most of the value came from Italy (19%), United States (15%), China (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.6M | 19% |
| United States | $1.3M | 15% |
| China | $1.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $955K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $931K | 11% |
| India | $921K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $578K | 6.7% |
| Turkey | $321K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $156K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $151K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.20 per kg, 44% below the world average of $3.90, 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.
Polymer adhesive exports from Kuwait
Exports of polymer adhesive by Kuwait reached $417 thousand in 2024 (796 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $245K | 59% |
| Iraq | $142K | 34% |
| United Arab Emirates | $17K | 4% |
| Yemen | $8K | 1.8% |
| Jordan | $3K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Qatar | $1K | 0.2% |
| India | $1K | 0.2% |
| Benin | $0K | 0% |
| Morocco | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait polymer adhesive imports (HS 3506.91): 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 3506.91: Adhesives: prepared, based on polymers of heading 3901 to 3913 or on rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of polymer adhesive imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported polymer adhesive worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymer adhesive to Kuwait?
Italy was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by the United States (15%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymer adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.20 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $3.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polymer adhesive to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.4 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2023 at $12.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export polymer adhesive?
Yes. Kuwait exported $417 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymer adhesive?
The HS code for polymer adhesive is subheading 3506.91. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 page.
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