Electric forklifts imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electric forklifts by Kuwait reached $4.6 million in 2024 (833 tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.7 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 | $4.6M | 833 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 867 t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 945 t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 818 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 711 t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 1.5K t |
Where Kuwait imports electric forklifts from
Most of the value came from Germany (29%), China (17%), Sweden (16%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+489% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.3M | 29% |
| China | $794K | 17% |
| Sweden | $744K | 16% |
| Japan | $379K | 8.3% |
| Thailand | $323K | 7.1% |
| India | $263K | 5.8% |
| Czech Republic | $167K | 3.7% |
| United States | $134K | 3% |
| Ireland | $127K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $104K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.47 per kg, 23% below the world average of $7.11, 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.
Electric forklifts exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported electric forklifts worth $975 thousand (408 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (44%), Qatar (19%), United Arab Emirates (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+732% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $430K | 44% |
| Qatar | $187K | 19% |
| United Arab Emirates | $166K | 17% |
| Kenya | $89K | 9.1% |
| Iraq | $66K | 6.7% |
| Jordan | $22K | 2.2% |
| Libya | $16K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait electric forklifts imports (HS 8427.10): 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 8427.10: Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of electric forklifts imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported electric forklifts worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 833 tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric forklifts to Kuwait?
Germany was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (17%) and Sweden (16%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 489% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric forklifts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.47 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $7.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric forklifts to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2018 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export electric forklifts?
Yes. Kuwait exported $975 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric forklifts?
The HS code for electric forklifts is subheading 8427.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8427 page.
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