Car bodies (including cabs) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of car bodies (including cabs) by Saudi Arabia reached $84.3 million in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 175 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 127% 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 | $84.3M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $72.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $17.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $24.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $106K | 9 t |
| 2019 | $122K | 13 t |
| 2018 | $14K | 2 t |
| 2017 | $268K | 3.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports car bodies (including cabs) from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $70.9M | 84% |
| China | $7.6M | 9% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 1.2% |
| Thailand | $1.0M | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $565K | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $149K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $50K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $10K | 0% |
| India | $10K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.98 per kg, 24% above the world average of $8.88. 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.
Car bodies (including cabs) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported car bodies (including cabs) worth $218 thousand (363 tonnes). Thailand alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+507% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $130K | 60% |
| Italy | $66K | 30% |
| United Arab Emirates | $16K | 7.3% |
| Jordan | $3K | 1.4% |
| Iraq | $3K | 1.2% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia car bodies (including cabs) imports (HS 8707.10): 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 8707.10: Vehicles: bodies (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8703.
Common questions
What is the value of car bodies (including cabs) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported car bodies (including cabs) worth $84.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 175 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply car bodies (including cabs) to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($70.9 million), followed by China (9%) and Germany (4%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 361% on the year.
What is the average import price of car bodies (including cabs) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.98 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $8.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of car bodies (including cabs) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $268 thousand in 2017 to $84.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export car bodies (including cabs)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $218 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, Italy and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $84.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for car bodies (including cabs)?
The HS code for car bodies (including cabs) is subheading 8707.10. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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