Synthetic scarves and shawls imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic scarves and shawls by Kuwait reached $2.7 million in 2024 (311 tonnes). That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.5 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 | $2.7M | 311 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 296 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 103 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 168 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 138 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 277 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 233 t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 216 t |
Where Kuwait imports synthetic scarves and shawls from
China alone supplied 72% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 72% |
| Turkey | $407K | 15% |
| India | $139K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $71K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15K | 0.6% |
| Syria | $12K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.4% |
| United States | $11K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $8K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.56 per kg, 41% below the world average of $14.56, 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.
Synthetic scarves and shawls exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $338 thousand of synthetic scarves and shawls in 2024 (51 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $175K | 52% |
| Saudi Arabia | $129K | 38% |
| Lebanon | $9K | 2.6% |
| Iraq | $8K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $7K | 2.1% |
| Morocco | $2K | 0.6% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $2K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $1K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait synthetic scarves and shawls imports (HS 6214.30): 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 6214.30: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic scarves and shawls imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported synthetic scarves and shawls worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 311 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic scarves and shawls to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Turkey (15%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 325% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic scarves and shawls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.56 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $14.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic scarves and shawls to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2017 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export synthetic scarves and shawls?
Yes. Kuwait exported $338 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic scarves and shawls?
The HS code for synthetic scarves and shawls is subheading 6214.30. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6214 page.
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