Ferro-nickel imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ferro-nickel by Saudi Arabia reached $6.3 million in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). That is 41% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 316% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $16.6 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 | $6.3M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $16.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $1K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $5K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $1K | 1 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports ferro-nickel from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.7M | 91% |
| South Korea | $207K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $145K | 2.3% |
| Romania | $46K | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $46K | 0.7% |
| United States | $36K | 0.6% |
| India | $32K | 0.5% |
| Jordan | $23K | 0.4% |
| Qatar | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.96 per kg, 41% below the world average of $1.63, 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-nickel imports (HS 7202.60): 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 7202.60: Ferro-alloys: ferro-nickel.
Common questions
What is the value of ferro-nickel imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported ferro-nickel worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 65 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply ferro-nickel to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by South Korea (3%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average import price of ferro-nickel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.96 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $1.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ferro-nickel to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1 thousand in 2018 to $6.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $16.6 million. Over 7 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ferro-nickel?
The HS code for ferro-nickel is subheading 7202.60. 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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