Motor and engine parts imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motor and engine parts by Kuwait reached $11.2 million in 2024 (474 tonnes). Value rose 11% 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 | $11.2M | 474 t |
| 2023 | $10.1M | 452 t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 316 t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 222 t |
| 2020 | $11.2M | 296 t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 380 t |
| 2018 | $12.7M | 389 t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 446 t |
Where Kuwait imports motor and engine parts from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (29%), United States (24%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+181% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $3.3M | 30% |
| United States | $2.7M | 24% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 12% |
| China | $917K | 8.2% |
| Canada | $644K | 5.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $450K | 4% |
| Italy | $332K | 3% |
| Oman | $253K | 2.3% |
| Russia | $223K | 2% |
| Japan | $144K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.68 per kg, 106% above the world average of $11.51. 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.
Motor and engine parts exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $2.8 million of motor and engine parts in 2024 (158 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+417% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.9M | 68% |
| Qatar | $251K | 8.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $231K | 8.2% |
| United States | $179K | 6.4% |
| Bahrain | $77K | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $23K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $22K | 0.8% |
| Mexico | $21K | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $20K | 0.7% |
| Norway | $15K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait motor and engine parts imports (HS 8412.90): 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 8412.90: Engines: parts, for engines and motors of heading no. 8412.
Common questions
What is the value of motor and engine parts imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported motor and engine parts worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 474 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply motor and engine parts to Kuwait?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by the United States (24%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 181% on the year.
What is the average import price of motor and engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.68 per kg in 2024, 106% above the world average of $11.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of motor and engine parts to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2019 at $12.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export motor and engine parts?
Yes. Kuwait exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for motor and engine parts?
The HS code for motor and engine parts is subheading 8412.90. 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 8412 page.
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