Starch adhesive imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of starch adhesive by Kuwait reached $20.3 million in 2024 (71.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. That is 38% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average.
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 | $20.3M | 71.8K t |
| 2023 | $14.7M | 9.0K t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 6.4K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 22.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 13.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 9.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 1.6K t |
Where Kuwait imports starch adhesive from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $18.7M | 92% |
| Thailand | $546K | 2.7% |
| India | $397K | 2% |
| China | $393K | 1.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $82K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $54K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $45K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $32K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $29K | 0.1% |
| Jordan | $13K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.28 per kg, 73% below the world average of $1.05, 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.
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The shipment records behind Kuwait starch adhesive imports (HS 3505.20): 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 3505.20: Glues: based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches.
Common questions
What is the value of starch adhesive imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported starch adhesive worth $20.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 71.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 198 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply starch adhesive to Kuwait?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($18.7 million), followed by Thailand (3%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 717% on the year.
What is the average import price of starch adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $1.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of starch adhesive to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $20.3 million in 2024, an increase of 897%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for starch adhesive?
The HS code for starch adhesive is subheading 3505.20. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3505 page.
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