Pure aluminium rods imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported pure aluminium rods worth $30.1 million (7.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $37.7 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 | $30.1M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $27.7M | 6.4K t |
| 2022 | $37.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $37.4M | 9.7K t |
| 2020 | $16.5M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $15.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $15.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 3.8K t |
Where Kuwait imports pure aluminium rods from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (39%), Saudi Arabia (26%), Qatar (13%). Among the main suppliers, Qatar grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $11.7M | 39% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7.9M | 26% |
| Qatar | $3.8M | 13% |
| Oman | $3.2M | 11% |
| China | $1.0M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $897K | 3% |
| Italy | $478K | 1.6% |
| Greece | $459K | 1.5% |
| Portugal | $255K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $184K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.91 per kg, 21% below the world average of $4.92, 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.
Pure aluminium rods exports from Kuwait
Exports of pure aluminium rods by Kuwait reached $238 thousand in 2024 (41 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $234K | 98% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2K | 0.7% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.6% |
| Lebanon | $1K | 0.3% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait pure aluminium rods imports (HS 7604.10): 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 7604.10: Aluminium: (not alloyed), bars, rods and profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of pure aluminium rods imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported pure aluminium rods worth $30.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 203 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure aluminium rods to Kuwait?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (26%) and Qatar (13%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure aluminium rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.91 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $4.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pure aluminium rods to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $30.1 million in 2024, an increase of 151%. The peak was 2022 at $37.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.1 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export pure aluminium rods?
Yes. Kuwait exported $238 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $29.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure aluminium rods?
The HS code for pure aluminium rods is subheading 7604.10. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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