Air and gas compressors (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $345.1 million of air and gas compressors (other) in 2024 (13.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 13% 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 | $345.1M | 13.3K t |
| 2023 | $304.2M | 12.3K t |
| 2022 | $260.2M | 10.0K t |
| 2021 | $134.9M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $185.7M | 10.9K t |
| 2019 | $202.3M | 10.8K t |
| 2018 | $229.4M | 11.3K t |
| 2017 | $249.4M | 11.4K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports air and gas compressors (other) from
Most of the value came from Japan (19%), Italy (17%), China (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+904% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $64.3M | 19% |
| Italy | $57.7M | 17% |
| China | $37.4M | 11% |
| South Korea | $36.2M | 11% |
| Germany | $34.5M | 10% |
| Belgium | $31.4M | 9.1% |
| United States | $26.7M | 7.8% |
| France | $16.1M | 4.7% |
| Austria | $6.3M | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $5.5M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.01 per kg, 30% above the world average of $20.02. 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.
Air and gas compressors (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported air and gas compressors (other) worth $27.6 million (636 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.0M | 98% |
| United States | $233K | 0.8% |
| Qatar | $185K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $84K | 0.3% |
| Malta | $33K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $28K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $15K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $12K | 0% |
| France | $3K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $3K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
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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 8414.80: Pumps and compressors: for air, vacuum or gas, n.e.c. in heading no. 8414.
Common questions
What is the value of air and gas compressors (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported air and gas compressors (other) worth $345.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply air and gas compressors (other) to Saudi Arabia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($64.3 million), followed by Italy (17%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 904% on the year.
What is the average import price of air and gas compressors (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.01 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $20.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of air and gas compressors (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $249.4 million in 2017 to $345.1 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $238.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export air and gas compressors (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $27.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the United States and Qatar. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $317.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for air and gas compressors (other)?
The HS code for air and gas compressors (other) is subheading 8414.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8414 page.
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