Puffed cereals imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported puffed cereals worth $14.9 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged 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 | $14.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $15.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $13.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $15.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 4.3K t |
Where Qatar imports puffed cereals from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (36%), India (11%), United Arab Emirates (8%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $5.3M | 36% |
| India | $1.6M | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 8.2% |
| Spain | $881K | 5.9% |
| Egypt | $704K | 4.7% |
| Poland | $674K | 4.5% |
| Lebanon | $628K | 4.2% |
| France | $600K | 4% |
| United States | $549K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $518K | 3.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.01 per kg, close to the world average of $3.46.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Puffed cereals exports from Qatar
Exports of puffed cereals by Qatar reached $582 thousand in 2024 (183 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+487% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $484K | 83% |
| Bahrain | $72K | 12% |
| Kuwait | $27K | 4.6% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar puffed cereals imports (HS 1904.10): 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 1904.10: Food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products.
Common questions
What is the value of puffed cereals imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported puffed cereals worth $14.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply puffed cereals to Qatar?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by India (11%) and the United Arab Emirates (8%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Lebanon grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of puffed cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.01 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $3.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of puffed cereals to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $14.9 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2017 at $15.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.2 million a year.
Does Qatar also export puffed cereals?
Yes. Qatar exported $582 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Kuwait. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for puffed cereals?
The HS code for puffed cereals is subheading 1904.10. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1904 page.
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