Diesel buses exports from Kuwait: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait exported diesel buses worth $49.6 million (7.0 thousand tonnes). That is 33% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49.6M | 7.0K t |
| 2023 | $37.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $46.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $31.6M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $18.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 708 t |
Where Kuwait exports diesel buses to
Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (44%), China (29%), Saudi Arabia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $21.6M | 44% |
| China | $14.5M | 29% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.7M | 9.5% |
| Oman | $3.7M | 7.4% |
| Iraq | $1.3M | 2.6% |
| Cambodia | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Iran | $994K | 2% |
| Jordan | $969K | 2% |
| Algeria | $191K | 0.4% |
| Benin | $174K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.07 per kg, 34% below the world average of $10.74, 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.
Diesel buses imports to Kuwait
Imports of diesel buses by Kuwait reached $134.5 million in 2024 (18.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $72.4M | 54% |
| China | $32.3M | 24% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15.9M | 12% |
| India | $6.6M | 4.9% |
| Indonesia | $3.6M | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $994K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $371K | 0.3% |
| United States | $326K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $319K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait diesel buses exports (HS 8702.10): 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 8702.10: Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used.
Common questions
What is the value of diesel buses exported by Kuwait?
Kuwait exported diesel buses worth $49.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 130 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries buy diesel buses from Kuwait?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($21.6 million), followed by China (29%) and Saudi Arabia (10%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 298% on the year.
What is the average export price of diesel buses per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.07 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $10.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of diesel buses from Kuwait changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $49.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $24.4 million a year.
Does Kuwait also import diesel buses?
Yes. Kuwait imported $134.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, China and the United Arab Emirates. That compares with exports of $49.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for diesel buses?
The HS code for diesel buses is subheading 8702.10. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8702 page.
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