Styrene exports from Kuwait: data, top buyers and prices
Kuwait exported $569.5 million of styrene in 2024 (446.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 74 countries. That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $569.5M | 446.2K t |
| 2023 | $542.5M | 463.5K t |
| 2022 | $436.9M | 360.5K t |
| 2021 | $574.4M | 481.2K t |
| 2020 | $411.3M | 536.4K t |
| 2019 | $515.6M | 500.6K t |
| 2018 | $711.6M | 495.9K t |
| 2017 | $602.6M | 481.5K t |
Where Kuwait exports styrene to
India alone took 70% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+255% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $399.3M | 70% |
| Turkey | $50.5M | 8.9% |
| South Korea | $37.6M | 6.6% |
| China | $29.1M | 5.1% |
| Pakistan | $16.4M | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $13.9M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $8.4M | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $3.9M | 0.7% |
| Egypt | $2.9M | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.2M | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, close to the world average of $1.24.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Styrene imports to Kuwait
Kuwait imported $3.0 million of styrene in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.0M | 100% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait styrene exports (HS 2902.50): 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 2902.50: Cyclic hydrocarbons: styrene.
Common questions
What is the value of styrene exported by Kuwait?
Kuwait exported styrene worth $569.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 446.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 74 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy styrene from Kuwait?
India was the largest buyer with 70% of the value ($399.3 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and South Korea (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 977% on the year.
What is the average export price of styrene per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of styrene from Kuwait changed since 2017?
Exports went from $602.6 million in 2017 to $569.5 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2018 at $711.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $545.6 million a year.
Does Kuwait also import styrene?
Yes. Kuwait imported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net exporter of this product, by about $566.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for styrene?
The HS code for styrene is subheading 2902.50. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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