Supported catalysts (other metals) imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported supported catalysts (other metals) worth $134.0 million (9.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Value fell 6% from 2023. 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 | $134.0M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $143.2M | 10.5K t |
| 2022 | $99.5M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $31.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $42.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $136.1M | 9.4K t |
| 2018 | $94.1M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $120.7M | 9.3K t |
Where Kuwait imports supported catalysts (other metals) from
United States alone supplied 61% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $82.2M | 61% |
| Belgium | $18.3M | 14% |
| France | $12.4M | 9.3% |
| Netherlands | $8.5M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 3% |
| Denmark | $3.3M | 2.5% |
| China | $2.5M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 1.1% |
| India | $1.2M | 0.9% |
| Czech Republic | $33K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.56 per kg, close to the world average of $14.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Supported catalysts (other metals) exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported supported catalysts (other metals) worth $30.1 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were South Korea (32%), Taiwan (31%), Japan (8%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $9.5M | 32% |
| Taiwan | $9.5M | 31% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 8.4% |
| Canada | $2.2M | 7.3% |
| South Africa | $1.6M | 5.5% |
| United States | $1.3M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 3.8% |
| Malaysia | $896K | 3% |
| India | $590K | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $560K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait supported catalysts (other metals) imports (HS 3815.19): 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 3815.19: Catalysts, supported: reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of supported catalysts (other metals) imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported supported catalysts (other metals) worth $134.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 163 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply supported catalysts (other metals) to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($82.2 million), followed by Belgium (14%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 882% on the year.
What is the average import price of supported catalysts (other metals) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.56 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $14.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of supported catalysts (other metals) to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $120.7 million in 2017 to $134.0 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. The peak was 2023 at $143.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $100.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export supported catalysts (other metals)?
Yes. Kuwait exported $30.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, Taiwan and Japan. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $103.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for supported catalysts (other metals)?
The HS code for supported catalysts (other metals) is subheading 3815.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3815 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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