Computer systems imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported computer systems worth $59.5 million (263 tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $170.2 million.
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 | $59.5M | 263 t |
| 2023 | $77.6M | 446 t |
| 2022 | $46.4M | 352 t |
| 2021 | $37.4M | 431 t |
| 2020 | $170.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $93.1M | 587 t |
| 2018 | $70.7M | 492 t |
| 2017 | $45.4M | 240 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports computer systems from
The largest suppliers were United States (30%), China (19%), France (9%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $17.9M | 30% |
| China | $11.1M | 19% |
| France | $5.1M | 8.6% |
| Poland | $3.8M | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $3.8M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 6.2% |
| Singapore | $2.2M | 3.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 2.7% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $226.10 per kg, 35% above the world average of $167.68. 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.
Computer systems exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported computer systems worth $1.3 million (31 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Thailand (26%), United Kingdom (15%), United Arab Emirates (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $323K | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $184K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $164K | 13% |
| Sweden | $100K | 8% |
| Switzerland | $100K | 7.9% |
| Kazakhstan | $80K | 6.4% |
| Pakistan | $78K | 6.2% |
| Germany | $40K | 3.2% |
| Belgium | $26K | 2.1% |
| United States | $22K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia computer systems imports (HS 8471.49): 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 8471.49: Automatic data processing machines: presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41.
Common questions
What is the value of computer systems imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported computer systems worth $59.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 263 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer systems to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($17.9 million), followed by China (19%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $226.10 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $167.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of computer systems to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45.4 million in 2017 to $59.5 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2020 at $170.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $75.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export computer systems?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $58.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer systems?
The HS code for computer systems is subheading 8471.49. 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 8471 page.
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