Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes by Kuwait reached $7.0 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 28% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $10.1 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 | $7.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $9.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 3.5K t |
Where Kuwait imports polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (38%), Bahrain (19%), France (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 38% |
| Bahrain | $1.4M | 19% |
| France | $857K | 12% |
| Qatar | $648K | 9.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $429K | 6.1% |
| India | $314K | 4.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $303K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $167K | 2.4% |
| China | $85K | 1.2% |
| United States | $50K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.34 per kg, close to the world average of $2.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $675 thousand (324 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Jordan accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $617K | 91% |
| Iraq | $28K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $23K | 3.4% |
| Niger | $5K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2K | 0.3% |
| Gambia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports (HS 3917.23): 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 3917.23: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Kuwait?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Bahrain (19%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.34 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $10.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
Yes. Kuwait exported $675 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, Iraq and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes is subheading 3917.23. 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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