Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes by Kuwait reached $331.9 million in 2024 (28.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. Value rose 4% 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 | $331.9M | 28.8K t |
| 2023 | $319.9M | 24.7K t |
| 2022 | $298.2M | 26.6K t |
| 2021 | $316.7M | 27.4K t |
| 2020 | $279.5M | 25.0K t |
| 2019 | $286.2M | 32.4K t |
| 2018 | $266.6M | 23.9K t |
| 2017 | $197.3M | 17.4K t |
Where Kuwait imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
Most of the value came from United States (30%), Thailand (25%), South Korea (14%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $98.3M | 30% |
| Thailand | $82.6M | 25% |
| South Korea | $47.9M | 14% |
| Mexico | $44.4M | 13% |
| Japan | $22.4M | 6.7% |
| China | $16.5M | 5% |
| South Africa | $3.7M | 1.1% |
| Spain | $3.1M | 1% |
| France | $3.1M | 0.9% |
| Morocco | $2.5M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.53 per kg, close to the world average of $11.46.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes exports from Kuwait
Exports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes by Kuwait reached $155.9 million in 2024 (15.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (41%), Iraq (37%), Saudi Arabia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+522% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $63.7M | 41% |
| Iraq | $57.4M | 37% |
| Saudi Arabia | $16.2M | 10% |
| Jordan | $6.9M | 4.4% |
| China | $4.0M | 2.6% |
| Iran | $2.1M | 1.3% |
| Oman | $1.6M | 1.1% |
| Qatar | $1.4M | 0.9% |
| Yemen | $992K | 0.6% |
| Bahrain | $580K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): 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 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $331.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($98.3 million), followed by Thailand (25%) and South Korea (14%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.53 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $11.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $197.3 million in 2017 to $331.9 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $287.0 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Kuwait exported $155.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Iraq and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $176.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. 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 8704 page.
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