Large dry transformers imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $10.6 million of large dry transformers in 2024 (998 tonnes). Value rose 15% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $28.8 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 | $10.6M | 998 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 470 t |
| 2022 | $28.8M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 633 t |
| 2020 | $21.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $22.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 821 t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 738 t |
Where Kuwait imports large dry transformers from
The largest suppliers were Oman (34%), India (30%), Canada (21%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Oman | $3.5M | 34% |
| India | $3.1M | 30% |
| Canada | $2.2M | 21% |
| Egypt | $689K | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $336K | 3.2% |
| China | $252K | 2.4% |
| United States | $178K | 1.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $145K | 1.4% |
| Colombia | $21K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $14K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.59 per kg, 29% above the world average of $8.21. 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.
Large dry transformers exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported large dry transformers worth $388 thousand (76 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 58% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $223K | 58% |
| Sierra Leone | $153K | 40% |
| Hong Kong | $10K | 2.7% |
| United States | $1K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait large dry transformers imports (HS 8504.34): 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 8504.34: Transformers: n.e.c. in item no. 8504.2, having a power handling capacity exceeding 500kVA.
Common questions
What is the value of large dry transformers imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported large dry transformers worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 998 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 195 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply large dry transformers to Kuwait?
Oman was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by India (30%) and Canada (21%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 372% on the year.
What is the average import price of large dry transformers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.59 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $8.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of large dry transformers to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, an increase of 63%. The peak was 2022 at $28.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export large dry transformers?
Yes. Kuwait exported $388 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Sierra Leone and Hong Kong. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for large dry transformers?
The HS code for large dry transformers is subheading 8504.34. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8504 page.
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