Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $672.0 million (96.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 182 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% 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 | $672.0M | 96.6K t |
| 2023 | $604.9M | 34.6K t |
| 2022 | $198.1M | 24.4K t |
| 2021 | $243.0M | 40.6K t |
| 2020 | $55.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $69.7M | 7.8K t |
| 2018 | $117.8M | 14.1K t |
| 2017 | $28.0M | 3.5K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from
Most of the value came from China (44%), India (27%), United Arab Emirates (17%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $298.7M | 44% |
| India | $180.8M | 27% |
| United Arab Emirates | $116.8M | 17% |
| Oman | $64.9M | 9.7% |
| United Kingdom | $3.0M | 0.5% |
| United States | $2.8M | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $1.0M | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $717K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $668K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $609K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.96 per kg, 1041% above the world average of $0.61. 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.
Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $7.2 million of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (35%), South Africa (29%), United States (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.5M | 35% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 29% |
| United States | $767K | 11% |
| Kuwait | $573K | 8% |
| Bahrain | $302K | 4.2% |
| Egypt | $260K | 3.6% |
| Kazakhstan | $191K | 2.7% |
| Pakistan | $143K | 2% |
| Oman | $113K | 1.6% |
| Iraq | $86K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports (HS 8430.49): 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 8430.49: Boring and sinking machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $672.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 96.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 182 countries worldwide, with 27% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($298.7 million), followed by India (27%) and the United Arab Emirates (17%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Bahrain grew fastest among the top ten, up 163% on the year.
What is the average import price of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.96 per kg in 2024, 1041% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.0 million in 2017 to $672.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $248.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, South Africa and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $664.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.49. 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 8430 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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