Foundry binders imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of foundry binders by Saudi Arabia reached $14.1 million in 2024 (31.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Value rose 182% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $14.1M | 31.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 1.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports foundry binders from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (37%), United States (14%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $5.1M | 37% |
| United States | $1.9M | 14% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 11% |
| China | $1.4M | 9.8% |
| India | $1.4M | 9.8% |
| Italy | $957K | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $451K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $416K | 3% |
| Germany | $306K | 2.2% |
| Egypt | $178K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.45 per kg, 68% below the world average of $1.39, 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.
Foundry binders exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of foundry binders by Saudi Arabia reached $622 thousand in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (26%), Kuwait (23%), Bahrain (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $160K | 26% |
| Kuwait | $144K | 23% |
| Bahrain | $114K | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112K | 18% |
| Egypt | $92K | 15% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia foundry binders imports (HS 3824.10): 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 3824.10: Binders, prepared: for foundry moulds or cores.
Common questions
What is the value of foundry binders imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported foundry binders worth $14.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 179 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 182% on 2023.
Which countries supply foundry binders to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by the United States (14%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 280% on the year.
What is the average import price of foundry binders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.45 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $1.39 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of foundry binders to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $14.1 million in 2024, an increase of 471%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export foundry binders?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $622 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $13.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for foundry binders?
The HS code for foundry binders is subheading 3824.10. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
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