Rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported rock drill bits (non-cermet) worth $53.7 million (434 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 38% 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 | $53.7M | 434 t |
| 2023 | $38.9M | 786 t |
| 2022 | $38.8M | 798 t |
| 2021 | $30.7M | 288 t |
| 2020 | $31.6M | 729 t |
| 2019 | $38.9M | 329 t |
| 2018 | $38.8M | 363 t |
| 2017 | $35.6M | 361 t |
Where Kuwait imports rock drill bits (non-cermet) from
The largest suppliers were United States (37%), Saudi Arabia (32%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+251% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $20.0M | 37% |
| Saudi Arabia | $17.1M | 32% |
| China | $5.6M | 10% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 7.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.9M | 5.4% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 2.8% |
| Norway | $970K | 1.8% |
| Poland | $456K | 0.9% |
| Romania | $268K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $217K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $123.76 per kg, 643% above the world average of $16.65. 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.
Rock drill bits (non-cermet) exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $2.7 million of rock drill bits (non-cermet) in 2024 (727 tonnes). Most of it went to China (48%), United Arab Emirates (25%), Saudi Arabia (7%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+653% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 48% |
| United Arab Emirates | $686K | 26% |
| Saudi Arabia | $190K | 7.1% |
| Iraq | $91K | 3.4% |
| Oman | $87K | 3.2% |
| Gabon | $63K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $56K | 2.1% |
| Pakistan | $44K | 1.6% |
| France | $41K | 1.5% |
| Qatar | $31K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports (HS 8207.19): 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 8207.19: Tools, interchangeable: rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of rock drill bits (non-cermet) imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported rock drill bits (non-cermet) worth $53.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 434 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 210 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply rock drill bits (non-cermet) to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($20.0 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (32%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 633% on the year.
What is the average import price of rock drill bits (non-cermet) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $123.76 per kg in 2024, 643% above the world average of $16.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rock drill bits (non-cermet) to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.6 million in 2017 to $53.7 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.4 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
Yes. Kuwait exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $51.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
The HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet) is subheading 8207.19. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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