Excavators with rotating superstructure imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $33.2 million (5.1 thousand tonnes). That is 80% more than in 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 | $33.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2023 | $18.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $18.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $37.8M | 8.7K t |
| 2018 | $40.7M | 9.6K t |
| 2017 | $41.0M | 9.0K t |
Where Kuwait imports excavators with rotating superstructure from
The largest suppliers were Austria (33%), Germany (32%), China (29%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+372% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $11.1M | 33% |
| Germany | $10.5M | 32% |
| China | $9.7M | 29% |
| India | $611K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $533K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $328K | 1% |
| United States | $120K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $104K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $78K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $67K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.51 per kg, 31% above the world average of $4.97. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Excavators with rotating superstructure exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $970 thousand of excavators with rotating superstructure in 2024 (708 tonnes). Most of it went to Libya (40%), United Arab Emirates (31%), Qatar (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $386K | 40% |
| United Arab Emirates | $300K | 31% |
| Qatar | $168K | 17% |
| Tanzania | $103K | 11% |
| Pakistan | $13K | 1.3% |
| Iraq | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait excavators with rotating superstructure imports (HS 8429.52): 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 8429.52: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure.
Common questions
What is the value of excavators with rotating superstructure imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $33.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 80% on 2023.
Which countries supply excavators with rotating superstructure to Kuwait?
Austria was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Germany (32%) and China (29%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 372% on the year.
What is the average import price of excavators with rotating superstructure per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.51 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $4.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of excavators with rotating superstructure to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.0 million in 2017 to $33.2 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2017 at $41.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.0 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export excavators with rotating superstructure?
Yes. Kuwait exported $970 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $32.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure?
The HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure is subheading 8429.52. 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 8429 page.
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