Fresh mutton carcasses imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported fresh mutton carcasses worth $44.5 million (6.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 104 countries for imports of this product. That is 20% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $44.5M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $37.0M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $37.7M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $21.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 714 t |
| 2019 | $16.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $15.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $26.1M | 4.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports fresh mutton carcasses from
Pakistan alone supplied 77% of it. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+136% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $34.4M | 77% |
| Australia | $3.1M | 6.9% |
| Sudan | $1.7M | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $1.3M | 3% |
| Kazakhstan | $1.2M | 2.8% |
| Ethiopia | $1.0M | 2.3% |
| Kenya | $651K | 1.5% |
| Georgia | $387K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $341K | 0.8% |
| India | $128K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.23 per kg, close to the world average of $6.44.
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 fresh mutton carcasses imports (HS 0204.21): 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 0204.21: Meat: of sheep, carcasses and half-carcasses (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb), fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh mutton carcasses imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported fresh mutton carcasses worth $44.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 104 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh mutton carcasses to Saudi Arabia?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($34.4 million), followed by Australia (7%) and Sudan (4%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Kazakhstan grew fastest among the top ten, up 462% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh mutton carcasses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.23 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $6.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh mutton carcasses to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.1 million in 2017 to $44.5 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export fresh mutton carcasses?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $742 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya and Turkey. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $43.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh mutton carcasses?
The HS code for fresh mutton carcasses is subheading 0204.21. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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