Abrasive paper imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $6.0 million of abrasive paper in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 40% on 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 | $6.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 434 t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 862 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 711 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 636 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 824 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 521 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 755 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports abrasive paper from
The largest suppliers were China (30%), Italy (21%), South Korea (19%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+171% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 30% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 21% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 19% |
| Finland | $666K | 11% |
| Germany | $224K | 3.8% |
| Portugal | $175K | 2.9% |
| United States | $174K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $146K | 2.5% |
| Canada | $67K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $67K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.71 per kg, 30% below the world average of $8.20, 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.
Abrasive paper exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of abrasive paper by Saudi Arabia reached $1.4 million in 2024 (304 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Yemen accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+362% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia abrasive paper imports (HS 6805.20): 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 6805.20: Abrasive powder or grain: natural or artificial, on a base of paper or paperboard only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up.
Common questions
What is the value of abrasive paper imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported abrasive paper worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply abrasive paper to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Italy (21%) and South Korea (19%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 171% on the year.
What is the average import price of abrasive paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.71 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $8.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of abrasive paper to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export abrasive paper?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Yemen, Iraq and Qatar. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for abrasive paper?
The HS code for abrasive paper is subheading 6805.20. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6805 page.
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