Graphite block imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported graphite block worth $7.0 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 17% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $7.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 577 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 1.5K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports graphite block from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 88% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.2M | 88% |
| China | $424K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $166K | 2.4% |
| United States | $104K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $71K | 1% |
| Pakistan | $30K | 0.4% |
| France | $19K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $7K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $7K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.24 per kg, close to the world average of $2.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Graphite block exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of graphite block by Saudi Arabia reached $1.0 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). India alone took 89% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $906K | 90% |
| Thailand | $56K | 5.5% |
| Pakistan | $48K | 4.7% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia graphite block imports (HS 3801.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 3801.90: Graphite or other carbon based preparations: in the form of pastes, blocks, plates or other semi-manufactures.
Common questions
What is the value of graphite block imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported graphite block worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 166 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply graphite block to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by China (6%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 401% on the year.
What is the average import price of graphite block per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.24 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of graphite block to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 598%. The peak was 2023 at $8.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export graphite block?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Thailand and Pakistan. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for graphite block?
The HS code for graphite block is subheading 3801.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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