Glass frit and glass powder imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $100.7 million of glass frit and glass powder in 2024 (65.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 166 countries. That is 55% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% 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 | $100.7M | 65.6K t |
| 2023 | $65.0M | 40.4K t |
| 2022 | $54.8M | 56.5K t |
| 2021 | $80.9M | 54.9K t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 15.5K t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 20.4K t |
| 2018 | $15.2M | 19.5K t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 22.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports glass frit and glass powder from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $87.2M | 87% |
| Spain | $5.4M | 5.4% |
| India | $2.2M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 1.5% |
| Indonesia | $1.5M | 1.5% |
| Egypt | $1.0M | 1% |
| Italy | $949K | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | $345K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $297K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $91K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.53 per kg, 24% above the world average of $1.23. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Glass frit and glass powder exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $2.9 million of glass frit and glass powder in 2024 (693 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kuwait accounted for 82% of the value.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia glass frit and glass powder imports (HS 3207.40): 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 3207.40: Glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes.
Common questions
What is the value of glass frit and glass powder imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported glass frit and glass powder worth $100.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 166 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass frit and glass powder to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($87.2 million), followed by Spain (5%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 310% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass frit and glass powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.53 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $1.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glass frit and glass powder to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $100.7 million in 2024, an increase of 797%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $43.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export glass frit and glass powder?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Egypt and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $97.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass frit and glass powder?
The HS code for glass frit and glass powder is subheading 3207.40. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3207 page.
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