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Kuwait: Stainless Steel Sink Market 2025

Stainless Steel Sink Market Size in Kuwait

In 2021, the Kuwaiti stainless steel sink market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption posted a buoyant expansion. Stainless steel sink consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Stainless Steel Sink Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2021, overseas shipments of stainless steel sinks and wash basins decreased by -20.4% to X units, falling for the seventh year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, exports recorded a sharp descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 42%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, stainless steel sink exports totaled $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X units), Oman (X units) and Lebanon (X units) were the main destinations of stainless steel sink exports from Kuwait, together comprising 85% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Oman (with a CAGR of +18.3%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) remains the key foreign market for stainless steel sink exports from Kuwait, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Oman ($X), with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by Qatar, with a 6.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Saudi Arabia amounted to -9.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Oman (+9.5% per year) and Qatar (-25.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average stainless steel sink export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, picking up by 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 113%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Jordan ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iraq (+29.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Stainless Steel Sink Imports

Imports into Kuwait

After four years of decline, purchases abroad of stainless steel sinks and wash basins increased by 171% to X units in 2021. Overall, imports saw a buoyant increase. Imports peaked at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, stainless steel sink imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate buoyant growth. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X units) constituted the largest supplier of stainless steel sink to Kuwait, with a 65% share of total imports. Moreover, stainless steel sink imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X units), sevenfold. Saudi Arabia (X units) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +9.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+10.3% per year) and Saudi Arabia (+13.7% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of stainless steel sink to Kuwait, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 5.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to +17.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+11.9% per year) and Turkey (-1.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average stainless steel sink import price amounted to $X per unit, declining by -12.2% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 30% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per unit), while the price for Saudi Arabia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+7.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for stainless steel sinks and wash basins in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 39% share of global consumption. Japan, Russia, Brazil, Pakistan, Germany, Canada, the UK, Australia, Mexico and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of stainless steel sinks and wash basins in the world?

The country with the largest volume of stainless steel sink production was China, accounting for 52% of total volume. Moreover, stainless steel sink production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 4.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of stainless steel sinks and wash basins to Kuwait?

In value terms, the largest stainless steel sink suppliers to Kuwait were Italy, China and Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 66% of total imports. South Korea, Germany, Turkey and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 13%.

What are the leading importers of stainless steel sinks and wash basins from Kuwait?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia remains the key foreign market for stainless steel sink exports from Kuwait, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Oman, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Qatar, with a 6% share.

What is the average export price for stainless steel sinks and wash basins in Kuwait?

In 2021, the average stainless steel sink export price amounted to $6 per unit, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for stainless steel sinks and wash basins in Kuwait?

The average stainless steel sink import price stood at $9.1 per unit in 2021, approximately equating the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the stainless steel sink market in Kuwait. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 25991110 - Stainless steel sinks and wash basins

Country coverage:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024