Puffed cereals imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of puffed cereals by Kuwait reached $21.5 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is 19% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $21.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $26.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $25.9M | 7.2K t |
| 2021 | $22.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $26.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2019 | $24.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $22.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $26.0M | 4.4K t |
Where Kuwait imports puffed cereals from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (33%), Spain (16%), Egypt (10%). Among the main suppliers, Guatemala grew fastest (+249% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $7.0M | 33% |
| Spain | $3.4M | 16% |
| Egypt | $2.1M | 10% |
| France | $1.9M | 8.6% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 5.1% |
| India | $801K | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | $765K | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $545K | 2.5% |
| Poland | $509K | 2.4% |
| Guatemala | $395K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.05 per kg, 46% above the world average of $3.46. 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.
Puffed cereals exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $230 thousand of puffed cereals in 2024 (71 tonnes). Most of it went to Qatar (44%), Egypt (21%), Oman (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $101K | 44% |
| Egypt | $48K | 21% |
| Oman | $33K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $23K | 9.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $13K | 5.4% |
| Bahrain | $11K | 4.9% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.7% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait puffed cereals imports (HS 1904.10): 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 1904.10: Food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products.
Common questions
What is the value of puffed cereals imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported puffed cereals worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply puffed cereals to Kuwait?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Spain (16%) and Egypt (10%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Guatemala grew fastest among the top ten, up 249% on the year.
What is the average import price of puffed cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.05 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $3.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of puffed cereals to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.0 million in 2017 to $21.5 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2023 at $26.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.5 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export puffed cereals?
Yes. Kuwait exported $230 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, Egypt and Oman. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $21.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for puffed cereals?
The HS code for puffed cereals is subheading 1904.10. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1904 page.
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