Ferro-molybdenum imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported ferro-molybdenum worth $13.0 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 1086% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 104% 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 | $13.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 29 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 972 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 166 t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 385 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 145 t |
| 2017 | $89K | 6 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports ferro-molybdenum from
South Korea alone supplied 74% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $9.7M | 75% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 20% |
| China | $658K | 5.1% |
| India | $67K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.96 per kg, 61% below the world average of $28.46, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia ferro-molybdenum imports (HS 7202.70): 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 7202.70: Ferro-alloys: ferro-molybdenum.
Common questions
What is the value of ferro-molybdenum imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported ferro-molybdenum worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 89 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports.
Which countries supply ferro-molybdenum to Saudi Arabia?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by Turkey (20%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of ferro-molybdenum per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.96 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $28.46 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ferro-molybdenum to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $89 thousand in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ferro-molybdenum?
The HS code for ferro-molybdenum is subheading 7202.70. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7202 page.
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