Vehicle axles and differentials imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Kuwait imported $6.5 million of vehicle axles and differentials in 2024 (230 tonnes). That is 5% 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 | 230 t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 361 t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 615 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 146 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 183 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 241 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 241 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 299 t |
Where Kuwait imports vehicle axles and differentials from
Japan alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+643% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.7M | 57% |
| China | $415K | 6.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $392K | 6% |
| Germany | $336K | 5.1% |
| United States | $254K | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $209K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $160K | 2.5% |
| Slovakia | $118K | 1.8% |
| France | $110K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $93K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.45 per kg, 276% above the world average of $7.57. 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.
Vehicle axles and differentials exports from Kuwait
Exports of vehicle axles and differentials by Kuwait reached $405 thousand in 2024 (45 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 55% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $224K | 55% |
| Egypt | $103K | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $36K | 8.8% |
| Germany | $15K | 3.7% |
| Pakistan | $10K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $7K | 1.7% |
| Iran | $4K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait vehicle axles and differentials imports (HS 8708.50): 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 8708.50: Vehicle parts: drive-axles with differential, whether or not provided with other transmission components, and non-driving axles: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle axles and differentials imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported vehicle axles and differentials worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 230 tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle axles and differentials to Kuwait?
Japan was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by China (6%) and the United Arab Emirates (6%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 643% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle axles and differentials per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.45 per kg in 2024, 276% above the world average of $7.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle axles and differentials to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export vehicle axles and differentials?
Yes. Kuwait exported $405 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle axles and differentials?
The HS code for vehicle axles and differentials is subheading 8708.50. 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 8708 page.
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