Vehicle steering components imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported vehicle steering components worth $6.7 million (238 tonnes). That is 21% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $12.6 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 | $6.7M | 238 t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 382 t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 588 t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 253 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 107 t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 202 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 158 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 120 t |
Where Kuwait imports vehicle steering components from
Japan alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+937% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.5M | 53% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 21% |
| China | $467K | 7% |
| Romania | $301K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $163K | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $153K | 2.3% |
| United States | $149K | 2.2% |
| Mexico | $66K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $63K | 1% |
| Taiwan | $37K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.16 per kg, 83% above the world average of $15.39. 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 steering components exports from Kuwait
Exports of vehicle steering components by Kuwait reached $393 thousand in 2024 (104 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Hong Kong (44%), Guinea (42%), United Arab Emirates (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $172K | 44% |
| Guinea | $165K | 42% |
| United Arab Emirates | $30K | 7.7% |
| Egypt | $13K | 3.3% |
| Iraq | $5K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $4K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait vehicle steering components imports (HS 8708.94): 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 8708.94: Vehicle parts: steering wheels, steering columns and steering boxes: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle steering components imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported vehicle steering components worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 238 tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle steering components to Kuwait?
Japan was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (21%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 937% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle steering components per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.16 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $15.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle steering components to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2022 at $12.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export vehicle steering components?
Yes. Kuwait exported $393 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Guinea and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle steering components?
The HS code for vehicle steering components is subheading 8708.94. 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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