Freight cars (other types) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $27.4 million of freight cars (other types) in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 102% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 148% 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 | $27.4M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 252 t |
| 2020 | $710K | 10 t |
| 2018 | $100K | 169 t |
| 2017 | $48K | 4 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports freight cars (other types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+316% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.0M | 77% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.8M | 18% |
| India | $1.1M | 4% |
| Germany | $260K | 1% |
| Italy | $98K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $70K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $35K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $30K | 0.1% |
| United States | $20K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.76 per kg, 20% below the world average of $4.72, 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.
Freight cars (other types) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported freight cars (other types) worth $333 thousand (324 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $333K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia freight cars (other types) imports (HS 8606.99): 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 8606.99: Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons: n.e.c. in heading no. 8606, not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of freight cars (other types) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported freight cars (other types) worth $27.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 111 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 102% on 2023.
Which countries supply freight cars (other types) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($21.0 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (17%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 316% on the year.
What is the average import price of freight cars (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.76 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $4.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of freight cars (other types) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $48 thousand in 2017 to $27.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export freight cars (other types)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $333 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $27.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for freight cars (other types)?
The HS code for freight cars (other types) is subheading 8606.99. It sits in HS chapter 86 (railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8606 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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