Rangefinders imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rangefinders by Kuwait reached $4.2 million in 2024 (26 tonnes). That is 77% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $11.3 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 | $4.2M | 26 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 12 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 2 t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 41 t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 54 t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 56 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 27 t |
| 2017 | $698K | 9 t |
Where Kuwait imports rangefinders from
The largest suppliers were United States (49%), Germany (10%), United Arab Emirates (9%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 49% |
| Germany | $421K | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $382K | 9.2% |
| China | $331K | 8% |
| France | $328K | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | $188K | 4.5% |
| Indonesia | $161K | 3.9% |
| Japan | $65K | 1.6% |
| Malaysia | $59K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $32K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $162.45 per kg, 313% above the world average of $39.29. 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.
Rangefinders exports from Kuwait
Exports of rangefinders by Kuwait reached $468 thousand in 2024 (6 tonnes). United Kingdom alone took 60% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $282K | 60% |
| Saudi Arabia | $84K | 18% |
| United States | $35K | 7.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15K | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $14K | 2.9% |
| China | $12K | 2.5% |
| Colombia | $7K | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $7K | 1.5% |
| Sweden | $6K | 1.3% |
| Kenya | $5K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait rangefinders imports (HS 9015.10): 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 9015.10: Rangefinders.
Common questions
What is the value of rangefinders imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported rangefinders worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26 tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply rangefinders to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Germany (10%) and the United Arab Emirates (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 736% on the year.
What is the average import price of rangefinders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $162.45 per kg in 2024, 313% above the world average of $39.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rangefinders to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $698 thousand in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 496%. The peak was 2019 at $11.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export rangefinders?
Yes. Kuwait exported $468 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia and the United States. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rangefinders?
The HS code for rangefinders is subheading 9015.10. 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 9015 page.
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