Magnesite refractory bricks imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
Oman imported $4.1 million of magnesite refractory bricks in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 77% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $17.7 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 | $4.1M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $17.7M | 11.3K t |
| 2022 | $16.0M | 10.7K t |
| 2021 | $15.7M | 11.4K t |
| 2020 | $10.8M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 10.3K t |
Where Oman imports magnesite refractory bricks from
China alone supplied 83% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 83% |
| South Africa | $359K | 8.8% |
| India | $216K | 5.3% |
| Turkey | $103K | 2.5% |
| Austria | $27K | 0.7% |
| Pakistan | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.74 per kg, 36% below the world average of $1.16, 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.
Magnesite refractory bricks exports from Oman
In 2024, Oman exported magnesite refractory bricks worth $1.2 million (10.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+407% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $884K | 73% |
| India | $246K | 20% |
| Saudi Arabia | $74K | 6.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman magnesite refractory bricks imports (HS 6902.10): 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 6902.10: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: containing by weight, singly or together, more than 50% of the elements Mg, Ca or Cr, expressed as MgO, CaO or Cr2o3.
Common questions
What is the value of magnesite refractory bricks imported by Oman?
Oman imported magnesite refractory bricks worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnesite refractory bricks to Oman?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by South Africa (9%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 6 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of magnesite refractory bricks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.74 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $1.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of magnesite refractory bricks to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, a fall of 59%. The peak was 2023 at $17.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.0 million a year.
Does Oman also export magnesite refractory bricks?
Yes. Oman exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, India and Saudi Arabia. On balance Oman is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnesite refractory bricks?
The HS code for magnesite refractory bricks is subheading 6902.10. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
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