Skim milk imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of skim milk by Kuwait reached $24.4 million in 2024 (23.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $38.4 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 | $24.4M | 23.0K t |
| 2023 | $27.5M | 24.6K t |
| 2022 | $26.0M | 32.7K t |
| 2021 | $38.4M | 38.7K t |
| 2020 | $24.6M | 28.0K t |
| 2019 | $19.0M | 20.1K t |
| 2018 | $21.1M | 21.9K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 7.6K t |
Where Kuwait imports skim milk from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 95% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $23.2M | 95% |
| United Arab Emirates | $379K | 1.6% |
| Denmark | $181K | 0.7% |
| Oman | $169K | 0.7% |
| Malaysia | $137K | 0.6% |
| Bahrain | $95K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $69K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $69K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $62K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $24K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.07 per kg, 81% above the world average of $0.59. 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.
Skim milk exports from Kuwait
Exports of skim milk by Kuwait reached $3.6 million in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (45%), Iraq (40%), Qatar (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 45% |
| Iraq | $1.4M | 40% |
| Qatar | $492K | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $38K | 1.1% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0% |
| Mongolia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait skim milk imports (HS 0401.10): 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 0401.10: Dairy produce: milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, not exceeding 1%.
Common questions
What is the value of skim milk imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported skim milk worth $24.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 215 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply skim milk to Kuwait?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($23.2 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (2%) and Denmark (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 459% on the year.
What is the average import price of skim milk per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024, 81% above the world average of $0.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of skim milk to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $24.4 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. The peak was 2021 at $38.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.9 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export skim milk?
Yes. Kuwait exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Qatar. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $20.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for skim milk?
The HS code for skim milk is subheading 0401.10. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0401 page.
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