Automatic control systems imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported automatic control systems worth $18.9 million (266 tonnes). That is 21% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $91.1 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 | $18.9M | 266 t |
| 2023 | $23.8M | 299 t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 89 t |
| 2021 | $20.2M | 289 t |
| 2020 | $39.3M | 958 t |
| 2019 | $58.7M | 708 t |
| 2018 | $91.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $49.9M | 767 t |
Where Kuwait imports automatic control systems from
The largest suppliers were Poland (33%), France (12%), India (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $6.2M | 33% |
| France | $2.3M | 12% |
| India | $2.0M | 11% |
| China | $1.6M | 8.6% |
| United States | $1.6M | 8.5% |
| Netherlands | $979K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $763K | 4% |
| Japan | $603K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $560K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $362K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $71.20 per kg, close to the world average of $76.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Automatic control systems exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $500 thousand of automatic control systems in 2024 (6 tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (34%), United States (23%), France (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $170K | 34% |
| United States | $116K | 23% |
| France | $81K | 16% |
| United Arab Emirates | $57K | 11% |
| Egypt | $28K | 5.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $19K | 3.9% |
| China | $12K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 2% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0.5% |
| India | $2K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait automatic control systems imports (HS 9032.89): 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 9032.89: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, other than hydraulic or pneumatic.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic control systems imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported automatic control systems worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 266 tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply automatic control systems to Kuwait?
Poland was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by France (12%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 445% on the year.
What is the average import price of automatic control systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $71.20 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $76.79 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of automatic control systems to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $49.9 million in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024, a fall of 62%. The peak was 2018 at $91.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.4 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export automatic control systems?
Yes. Kuwait exported $500 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the United States and France. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $18.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for automatic control systems?
The HS code for automatic control systems is subheading 9032.89. 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 9032 page.
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