Calendering machines imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported calendering machines worth $8.6 million (426 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 240% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $8.6M | 426 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 120 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 299 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 203 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 100 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 86 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 112 t |
| 2017 | $784K | 26 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports calendering machines from
Most of the value came from Germany (34%), Slovenia (24%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.0M | 34% |
| Slovenia | $2.0M | 24% |
| China | $1.4M | 17% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $422K | 4.9% |
| Turkey | $180K | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $125K | 1.5% |
| United States | $62K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $38K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $30K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.27 per kg, 140% above the world average of $8.43. 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.
Calendering machines exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of calendering machines by Saudi Arabia reached $238 thousand in 2024 (78 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (48%), Czech Republic (18%), Bahrain (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+261% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $115K | 48% |
| Czech Republic | $42K | 18% |
| Bahrain | $24K | 9.9% |
| Pakistan | $19K | 8.1% |
| Italy | $19K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $16K | 6.6% |
| France | $4K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia calendering machines imports (HS 8420.10): 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 8420.10: Machines: calendering or other rolling machines, for other than metal or glass.
Common questions
What is the value of calendering machines imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported calendering machines worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 426 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 185 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 240% on 2023.
Which countries supply calendering machines to Saudi Arabia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Slovenia (24%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 251% on the year.
What is the average import price of calendering machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.27 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $8.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of calendering machines to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $784 thousand in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export calendering machines?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $238 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, the Czech Republic and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for calendering machines?
The HS code for calendering machines is subheading 8420.10. 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 8420 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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