UV and infrared therapy apparatus imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of uv and infrared therapy apparatus by Kuwait reached $2.7 million in 2024 (11 tonnes). That is 41% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $8.4 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 | 11 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 38 t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 30 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 9 t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 66 t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 21 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 11 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 61 t |
Where Kuwait imports uv and infrared therapy apparatus from
Italy alone supplied 60% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.6M | 60% |
| United States | $395K | 15% |
| Germany | $139K | 5.1% |
| South Korea | $98K | 3.6% |
| China | $92K | 3.4% |
| Canada | $79K | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | $65K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $41K | 1.5% |
| France | $39K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $32K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $248.89 per kg, 72% above the world average of $144.64. 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.
UV and infrared therapy apparatus exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported uv and infrared therapy apparatus worth $229 thousand (3 tonnes). Most of it went to Egypt (39%), Italy (36%), United States (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $90K | 39% |
| Italy | $82K | 36% |
| United States | $40K | 17% |
| Qatar | $12K | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4K | 1.6% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0.5% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait uv and infrared therapy apparatus imports (HS 9018.20): 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 9018.20: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of uv and infrared therapy apparatus imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported uv and infrared therapy apparatus worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply uv and infrared therapy apparatus to Kuwait?
Italy was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by the United States (15%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of uv and infrared therapy apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $248.89 per kg in 2024, 72% above the world average of $144.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uv and infrared therapy apparatus to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2020 at $8.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
Yes. Kuwait exported $229 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Italy and the United States. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
The HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus is subheading 9018.20. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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