Radio navigation equipment imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of radio navigation equipment by Kuwait reached $6.5 million in 2024 (14 tonnes). That is 86% 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 | $6.5M | 14 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 9 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 11 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 5 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 12 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 8 t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 13 t |
Where Kuwait imports radio navigation equipment from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Taiwan (15%), United States (11%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 44% |
| Taiwan | $992K | 15% |
| United States | $688K | 11% |
| France | $442K | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $363K | 5.6% |
| Lithuania | $349K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $331K | 5.1% |
| Vietnam | $151K | 2.3% |
| Ireland | $114K | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $35K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $453.80 per kg, 140% above the world average of $188.92. 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.
Radio navigation equipment exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported radio navigation equipment worth $553 thousand (0 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 92% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $511K | 92% |
| Oman | $24K | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $13K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.2% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait radio navigation equipment imports (HS 8526.91): 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 8526.91: Radio navigational aid apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of radio navigation equipment imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported radio navigation equipment worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14 tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply radio navigation equipment to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Taiwan (15%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 727% on the year.
What is the average import price of radio navigation equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $453.80 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $188.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of radio navigation equipment to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2017 at $7.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export radio navigation equipment?
Yes. Kuwait exported $553 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Oman and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for radio navigation equipment?
The HS code for radio navigation equipment is subheading 8526.91. 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 8526 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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