Printed matter (other types) imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported printed matter (other types) worth $4.9 million (103 tonnes). Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.1 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 | $4.9M | 103 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 157 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 419 t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 188 t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 164 t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 152 t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 168 t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 186 t |
Where Kuwait imports printed matter (other types) from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+953% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.2M | 64% |
| United States | $450K | 9.1% |
| China | $241K | 4.9% |
| France | $231K | 4.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $124K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $113K | 2.3% |
| Austria | $88K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $70K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $63K | 1.3% |
| Ukraine | $60K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.08 per kg, 271% above the world average of $12.97. 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 printed matter (other types) imports (HS 4911.99): 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 4911.99: Printed matter: n.e.c. in heading no. 4911.
Common questions
What is the value of printed matter (other types) imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported printed matter (other types) worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 103 tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed matter (other types) to Kuwait?
Germany was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by the United States (9%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 953% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed matter (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.08 per kg in 2024, 271% above the world average of $12.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed matter (other types) to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2021 at $11.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed matter (other types)?
The HS code for printed matter (other types) is subheading 4911.99. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4911 page.
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