Prosthetics (non-joint) imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prosthetics (non-joint) by Kuwait reached $14.5 million in 2024 (9 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $14.5M | 9 t |
| 2023 | $14.4M | 10 t |
| 2022 | $10.7M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $9.4M | 7 t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 6 t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 8 t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 7 t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 5 t |
Where Kuwait imports prosthetics (non-joint) from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (23%), Ireland (22%), United States (17%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+269% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.3M | 23% |
| Ireland | $3.2M | 22% |
| United States | $2.5M | 17% |
| Singapore | $2.1M | 14% |
| Costa Rica | $843K | 5.8% |
| Germany | $507K | 3.5% |
| France | $417K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $374K | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $309K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $201K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,614.88 per kg, 68% above the world average of $960.31. 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.
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The shipment records behind Kuwait prosthetics (non-joint) imports (HS 9021.39): 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 9021.39: Artificial parts of the body: excluding artificial joints.
Common questions
What is the value of prosthetics (non-joint) imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported prosthetics (non-joint) worth $14.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9 tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply prosthetics (non-joint) to Kuwait?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Ireland (22%) and the United States (17%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of prosthetics (non-joint) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,614.88 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $960.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prosthetics (non-joint) to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $14.5 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for prosthetics (non-joint)?
The HS code for prosthetics (non-joint) is subheading 9021.39. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9021 page.
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