Transmission shafts and cranks imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $5.3 million of transmission shafts and cranks in 2024 (129 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.0 million.
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 | $5.3M | 129 t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 129 t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 370 t |
| 2021 | $7.0M | 170 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 124 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 134 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 170 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 176 t |
Where Kuwait imports transmission shafts and cranks from
The largest suppliers were Germany (24%), United States (17%), India (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.3M | 24% |
| United States | $884K | 17% |
| India | $366K | 6.9% |
| China | $362K | 6.8% |
| Vietnam | $353K | 6.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $351K | 6.6% |
| Italy | $321K | 6% |
| Japan | $224K | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $147K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $145K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.10 per kg, 414% above the world average of $8.00. 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.
Transmission shafts and cranks exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported transmission shafts and cranks worth $577 thousand (9 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 84% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $483K | 84% |
| Germany | $67K | 12% |
| Turkey | $12K | 2% |
| Oman | $10K | 1.7% |
| Bahrain | $3K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait transmission shafts and cranks imports (HS 8483.10): 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 8483.10: Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission shafts and cranks imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported transmission shafts and cranks worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 129 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission shafts and cranks to Kuwait?
Germany was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by the United States (17%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 324% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission shafts and cranks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.10 per kg in 2024, 414% above the world average of $8.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of transmission shafts and cranks to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2021 at $7.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export transmission shafts and cranks?
Yes. Kuwait exported $577 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Germany and Turkey. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission shafts and cranks?
The HS code for transmission shafts and cranks is subheading 8483.10. 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 8483 page.
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