Gold semi-manufactured forms imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gold semi-manufactured forms by Saudi Arabia reached $120.7 million in 2024 (3 tonnes). That is 127% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $120.7M | 3 t |
| 2023 | $53.2M | 1 t |
| 2022 | $38.4M | 1 t |
| 2021 | $875K | 0 t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 0 t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 0 t |
| 2018 | $12.2M | 0 t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 0 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports gold semi-manufactured forms from
One supplier dominates: Switzerland accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $91.3M | 76% |
| United Arab Emirates | $28.4M | 24% |
| Austria | $768K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $134K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $76K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $33K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0% |
| France | $16K | 0% |
| Japan | $7K | 0% |
| Spain | $6K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40,242.33 per kg, close to the world average of $50,161.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Gold semi-manufactured forms exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $6.1 million of gold semi-manufactured forms in 2024 (0 tonnes). Malaysia alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $6.1M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia gold semi-manufactured forms imports (HS 7108.13): 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 7108.13: Metals: gold, semi-manufactured.
Common questions
What is the value of gold semi-manufactured forms imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $120.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 158 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 127% on 2023.
Which countries supply gold semi-manufactured forms to Saudi Arabia?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($91.3 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (24%) and Austria (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 339% on the year.
What is the average import price of gold semi-manufactured forms per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40,242.33 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $50,161.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gold semi-manufactured forms to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $120.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $32.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export gold semi-manufactured forms?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $6.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $114.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7108.13. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7108 page.
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