Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $182.8 million (11.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $182.8M | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $190.3M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $164.6M | 10.0K t |
| 2021 | $114.7M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $96.2M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $107.3M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $119.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $105.2M | 5.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (32%), United Kingdom (11%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $58.1M | 32% |
| United Kingdom | $20.6M | 11% |
| India | $18.1M | 9.9% |
| Italy | $13.1M | 7.2% |
| Turkey | $11.5M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $8.0M | 4.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7.7M | 4.2% |
| United States | $7.6M | 4.1% |
| France | $5.2M | 2.9% |
| Egypt | $3.7M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.48 per kg, 56% below the world average of $35.57, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electrical switching apparatus (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $9.2 million of electrical switching apparatus (other) in 2024 (413 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (49%), Indonesia (15%), Oman (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $4.5M | 49% |
| Indonesia | $1.4M | 15% |
| Oman | $777K | 8.5% |
| Singapore | $445K | 4.8% |
| United States | $323K | 3.5% |
| India | $303K | 3.3% |
| Kuwait | $264K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $234K | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | $212K | 2.3% |
| China | $141K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $182.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($58.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (11%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 86 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 114% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.48 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $35.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $105.2 million in 2017 to $182.8 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2023 at $190.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $135.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export electrical switching apparatus (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $9.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia and Oman. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $173.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8536 page.
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