Smooth polyester fabric imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of smooth polyester fabric by Kuwait reached $12.2 million in 2024 (914 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $12.2M | 914 t |
| 2023 | $12.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 782 t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 639 t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 690 t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 972 t |
| 2018 | $11.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $12.4M | 1.2K t |
Where Kuwait imports smooth polyester fabric from
South Korea alone supplied 69% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $8.4M | 69% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 9.9% |
| Indonesia | $886K | 7.3% |
| China | $788K | 6.5% |
| Turkey | $399K | 3.3% |
| India | $256K | 2.1% |
| Dem. People's Rep. of Korea | $79K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $69K | 0.6% |
| Vietnam | $33K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $29K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.37 per kg, 102% above the world average of $6.63. 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.
Smooth polyester fabric exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported smooth polyester fabric worth $1.7 million (148 tonnes). Iraq alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $1.7M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait smooth polyester fabric imports (HS 5407.61): 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 5407.61: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of non-textured polyester filaments.
Common questions
What is the value of smooth polyester fabric imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported smooth polyester fabric worth $12.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 914 tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply smooth polyester fabric to Kuwait?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($8.4 million), followed by Japan (10%) and Indonesia (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average import price of smooth polyester fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.37 per kg in 2024, 102% above the world average of $6.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of smooth polyester fabric to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.4 million in 2017 to $12.2 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2019 at $13.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export smooth polyester fabric?
Yes. Kuwait exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $10.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for smooth polyester fabric?
The HS code for smooth polyester fabric is subheading 5407.61. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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