Brass ingots imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of brass ingots by Saudi Arabia reached $4.1 million in 2024 (310 tonnes). Value rose 33% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% 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 | $4.1M | 310 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 295 t |
| 2022 | $821K | 60 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 162 t |
| 2020 | $581K | 25 t |
| 2019 | $233K | 10 t |
| 2018 | $139K | 141 t |
| 2017 | $273K | 19 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports brass ingots from
One supplier dominates: Taiwan accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $3.3M | 81% |
| United States | $221K | 5.4% |
| China | $150K | 3.7% |
| India | $142K | 3.5% |
| Denmark | $98K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $52K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $47K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $34K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $15K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.27 per kg, 93% above the world average of $6.87. 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.
Brass ingots exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported brass ingots worth $436 thousand (74 tonnes). China alone took 98% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $426K | 98% |
| Bahrain | $8K | 1.8% |
| India | $2K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia brass ingots imports (HS 7403.21): 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 7403.21: Copper: copper-zinc base alloys (brass) unwrought.
Common questions
What is the value of brass ingots imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported brass ingots worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 310 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 153 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply brass ingots to Saudi Arabia?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by the United States (5%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 424% on the year.
What is the average import price of brass ingots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.27 per kg in 2024, 93% above the world average of $6.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of brass ingots to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $273 thousand in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export brass ingots?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $436 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Bahrain and India. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for brass ingots?
The HS code for brass ingots is subheading 7403.21. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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