Electrical test instruments imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electrical test instruments by Saudi Arabia reached $19.3 million in 2024 (158 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $19.3M | 158 t |
| 2023 | $18.2M | 32 t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 64 t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 49 t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 54 t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 47 t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 71 t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 22 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports electrical test instruments from
Most of the value came from South Korea (31%), Austria (17%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+390% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $5.9M | 31% |
| Austria | $3.2M | 17% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 9.9% |
| China | $1.2M | 6% |
| United States | $1.2M | 6% |
| Japan | $679K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $624K | 3.2% |
| Australia | $604K | 3.1% |
| Slovenia | $542K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $122.35 per kg, 39% below the world average of $199.77, 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 test instruments exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported electrical test instruments worth $629 thousand (23 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Qatar (25%), Japan (23%), United Arab Emirates (19%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+213% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $155K | 25% |
| Japan | $146K | 23% |
| United Arab Emirates | $120K | 19% |
| Finland | $68K | 11% |
| France | $34K | 5.4% |
| Austria | $27K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $26K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $21K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $17K | 2.7% |
| Bahrain | $12K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia electrical test instruments imports (HS 9030.89): 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 9030.89: Instruments and apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 9030, without a recording device.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical test instruments imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported electrical test instruments worth $19.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 158 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 205 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical test instruments to Saudi Arabia?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Austria (17%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 390% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical test instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $122.35 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $199.77 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical test instruments to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $19.3 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export electrical test instruments?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $629 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, Japan and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $18.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical test instruments?
The HS code for electrical test instruments is subheading 9030.89. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9030 page.
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