Ready-to-eat pasta imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ready-to-eat pasta by Kuwait reached $6.0 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 53% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $12.9 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 | $6.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 915 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 578 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 468 t |
Where Kuwait imports ready-to-eat pasta from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (26%), Malaysia (16%), Saudi Arabia (12%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+854% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $1.6M | 26% |
| Malaysia | $944K | 16% |
| Saudi Arabia | $750K | 12% |
| Indonesia | $591K | 9.8% |
| Thailand | $480K | 8% |
| Singapore | $280K | 4.7% |
| Philippines | $200K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $181K | 3% |
| Turkey | $179K | 3% |
| United States | $162K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.71 per kg, 42% above the world average of $2.61. 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.
Ready-to-eat pasta exports from Kuwait
Exports of ready-to-eat pasta by Kuwait reached $760 thousand in 2024 (410 tonnes). Most of it went to Iraq (45%), Saudi Arabia (29%), Qatar (26%). Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+175% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $344K | 45% |
| Saudi Arabia | $219K | 29% |
| Qatar | $198K | 26% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait ready-to-eat pasta imports (HS 1902.30): 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 1902.30: Food preparations: pasta (excluding stuffed), cooked or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of ready-to-eat pasta imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported ready-to-eat pasta worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply ready-to-eat pasta to Kuwait?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Malaysia (16%) and Saudi Arabia (12%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 854% on the year.
What is the average import price of ready-to-eat pasta per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.71 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $2.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ready-to-eat pasta to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 239%. The peak was 2023 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export ready-to-eat pasta?
Yes. Kuwait exported $760 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ready-to-eat pasta?
The HS code for ready-to-eat pasta is subheading 1902.30. 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 1902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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