Large dry transformers imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
Oman imported $26.4 million of large dry transformers in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 1058% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $26.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 261 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 232 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 467 t |
| 2020 | $15.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 577 t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 1.4K t |
Where Oman imports large dry transformers from
China alone supplied 84% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.2M | 84% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 10% |
| Italy | $661K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $397K | 1.5% |
| India | $202K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $162K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $61K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $9K | 0% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.91 per kg, 28% below the world average of $8.21, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large dry transformers exports from Oman
Oman exported $7.4 million of large dry transformers in 2024 (923 tonnes). Most of it went to Kuwait (48%), Tanzania (31%), Nigeria (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+245% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $3.5M | 48% |
| Tanzania | $2.3M | 31% |
| Nigeria | $659K | 8.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $639K | 8.6% |
| Egypt | $275K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman large dry transformers imports (HS 8504.34): 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 8504.34: Transformers: n.e.c. in item no. 8504.2, having a power handling capacity exceeding 500kVA.
Common questions
What is the value of large dry transformers imported by Oman?
Oman imported large dry transformers worth $26.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports.
Which countries supply large dry transformers to Oman?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($22.2 million), followed by Germany (10%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 730% on the year.
What is the average import price of large dry transformers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.91 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $8.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of large dry transformers to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $26.4 million in 2024, an increase of 137%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does Oman also export large dry transformers?
Yes. Oman exported $7.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Tanzania and Nigeria. On balance Oman is a net importer of this product, by about $18.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for large dry transformers?
The HS code for large dry transformers is subheading 8504.34. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8504 page.
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