Glass tubes (standard) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of glass tubes (standard) by Saudi Arabia reached $13.5 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 170 countries. That is 144% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $13.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 923 t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 216 t |
| 2019 | $887K | 117 t |
| 2018 | $872K | 177 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 160 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports glass tubes (standard) from
United States alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+173% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.3M | 76% |
| Taiwan | $2.9M | 21% |
| China | $253K | 1.9% |
| Kuwait | $45K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $42K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $4K | 0% |
| Portugal | $3K | 0% |
| Spain | $2K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.05 per kg, 73% above the world average of $2.34. 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 tubes (standard) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of glass tubes (standard) by Saudi Arabia reached $241 thousand in 2024 (50 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 79% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest (+138% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $189K | 79% |
| Yemen | $26K | 11% |
| Oman | $25K | 10% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia glass tubes (standard) imports (HS 7002.39): 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 7002.39: Glass: unworked, in tubes, other than of glass having a linear coefficient of expansion not exceeding 5 x 10 (to the minus 6, (or 0.000005) ) per Kelvin within a temperature range of 0-300 degrees C, not fused quartz or other fused silica.
Common questions
What is the value of glass tubes (standard) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported glass tubes (standard) worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 170 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 144% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass tubes (standard) to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by Taiwan (21%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 474% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass tubes (standard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.05 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $2.34 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of glass tubes (standard) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 900%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export glass tubes (standard)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $241 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Yemen and Oman. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $13.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass tubes (standard)?
The HS code for glass tubes (standard) is subheading 7002.39. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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