Copper wire-bars imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of copper wire-bars by Saudi Arabia reached $15.8 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 90 countries. That is 557% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 136% 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 | $15.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 2 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $81K | 12 t |
| 2019 | $47K | 7 t |
| 2018 | $5K | 2 t |
| 2017 | $38K | 10 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports copper wire-bars from
One supplier dominates: Uzbekistan accounted for 64% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | $10.1M | 64% |
| Azerbaijan | $4.8M | 30% |
| Taiwan | $481K | 3% |
| India | $246K | 1.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $80K | 0.5% |
| Jordan | $76K | 0.5% |
| China | $39K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $29K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.45 per kg, 61% above the world average of $5.25. 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.
Copper wire-bars exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $8.2 million of copper wire-bars in 2024 (944 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 47 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Egypt (34%), Iraq (15%), Poland (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+480% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.8M | 34% |
| Iraq | $1.3M | 16% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 14% |
| Sudan | $812K | 9.9% |
| Kuwait | $652K | 7.9% |
| Lebanon | $434K | 5.3% |
| Algeria | $429K | 5.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $277K | 3.4% |
| United States | $242K | 3% |
| Bahrain | $101K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia copper wire-bars imports (HS 7403.12): 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 7403.12: Copper: refined, unwrought, wire-bars.
Common questions
What is the value of copper wire-bars imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported copper wire-bars worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 90 countries worldwide, with 25% of world imports. The value was up 557% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper wire-bars to Saudi Arabia?
Uzbekistan was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($10.1 million), followed by Azerbaijan (30%) and Taiwan (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 161% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper wire-bars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.45 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $5.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of copper wire-bars to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38 thousand in 2017 to $15.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export copper wire-bars?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $8.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Iraq and Poland. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper wire-bars?
The HS code for copper wire-bars is subheading 7403.12. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7403 page.
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