Welded tube (other) imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of welded tube (other) by Kuwait reached $4.9 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 46% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 27% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $45.2 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 | $4.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $9.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $8.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 8.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 8.8K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 13.5K t |
| 2018 | $20.7M | 22.3K t |
| 2017 | $45.2M | 31.1K t |
Where Kuwait imports welded tube (other) from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+196% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.4M | 50% |
| China | $953K | 20% |
| Jordan | $532K | 11% |
| South Korea | $432K | 8.9% |
| India | $365K | 7.5% |
| Argentina | $47K | 1% |
| Oman | $25K | 0.5% |
| Egypt | $22K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $13K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.06 per kg, 49% below the world average of $2.09, 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.
Welded tube (other) exports from Kuwait
Exports of welded tube (other) by Kuwait reached $422 thousand in 2024 (844 tonnes). India alone took 93% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $393K | 93% |
| Algeria | $28K | 6.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait welded tube (other) imports (HS 7306.90): 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 7306.90: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded tube (other) imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported welded tube (other) worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded tube (other) to Kuwait?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by China (20%) and Jordan (11%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 701% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded tube (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.06 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $2.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of welded tube (other) to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45.2 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, a fall of 89%. The peak was 2017 at $45.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.7 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export welded tube (other)?
Yes. Kuwait exported $422 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Algeria and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded tube (other)?
The HS code for welded tube (other) is subheading 7306.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
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