Lift and escalator parts imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $26.9 million of lift and escalator parts in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 31% on 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 | $26.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $20.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $20.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $22.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $21.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $19.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $18.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $23.5M | 3.6K t |
Where Kuwait imports lift and escalator parts from
The largest suppliers were Italy (41%), China (22%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+795% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $11.0M | 41% |
| China | $5.8M | 22% |
| United States | $3.5M | 13% |
| Greece | $1.7M | 6.4% |
| India | $1.2M | 4.4% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| Oman | $1.0M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $355K | 1.3% |
| France | $301K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $166K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.73 per kg, 88% above the world average of $5.18. 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.
Lift and escalator parts exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $1.3 million of lift and escalator parts in 2024 (328 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+296% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $737K | 56% |
| Bahrain | $275K | 21% |
| Qatar | $97K | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $89K | 6.8% |
| Egypt | $59K | 4.5% |
| France | $26K | 2% |
| Tunisia | $13K | 1% |
| China | $4K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $4K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait lift and escalator parts imports (HS 8431.31): 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 8431.31: Lifts, skip hoists or escalators: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of lift and escalator parts imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported lift and escalator parts worth $26.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply lift and escalator parts to Kuwait?
Italy was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by China (22%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 795% on the year.
What is the average import price of lift and escalator parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.73 per kg in 2024, 88% above the world average of $5.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lift and escalator parts to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.5 million in 2017 to $26.9 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.6 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export lift and escalator parts?
Yes. Kuwait exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Qatar. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $25.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for lift and escalator parts?
The HS code for lift and escalator parts is subheading 8431.31. 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 8431 page.
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