Vehicle gearboxes imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported vehicle gearboxes worth $7.2 million (232 tonnes). That is 49% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $14.2 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 | $7.2M | 232 t |
| 2023 | $14.2M | 729 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 276 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 190 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 134 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 187 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 292 t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 264 t |
Where Kuwait imports vehicle gearboxes from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 53% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $3.8M | 53% |
| China | $871K | 12% |
| United States | $742K | 10% |
| Germany | $474K | 6.6% |
| Japan | $286K | 4% |
| Italy | $215K | 3% |
| South Africa | $122K | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $87K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $62K | 0.9% |
| France | $60K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.14 per kg, 85% above the world average of $16.79. 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 gearboxes exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported vehicle gearboxes worth $244 thousand (90 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (40%), Iraq (32%), Italy (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $98K | 40% |
| Iraq | $78K | 32% |
| Italy | $36K | 15% |
| Seychelles | $11K | 4.3% |
| Iran | $6K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $6K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $2K | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.4% |
| Bulgaria | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait vehicle gearboxes imports (HS 8708.40): 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 8708.40: Vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle gearboxes imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported vehicle gearboxes worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 232 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle gearboxes to Kuwait?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by China (12%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 477% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle gearboxes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.14 per kg in 2024, 85% above the world average of $16.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle gearboxes to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2023 at $14.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export vehicle gearboxes?
Yes. Kuwait exported $244 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Iraq and Italy. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle gearboxes?
The HS code for vehicle gearboxes is subheading 8708.40. 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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