Graphite paste imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $7.3 million of graphite paste in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $9.5 million.
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 | $7.3M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 4.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports graphite paste from
One supplier dominates: Norway accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $4.0M | 55% |
| China | $2.0M | 28% |
| India | $789K | 11% |
| France | $202K | 2.8% |
| United States | $153K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 0.8% |
| Brazil | $29K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $27K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $22K | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.11 per kg, close to the world average of $0.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Graphite paste exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $218 thousand of graphite paste in 2024 (755 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+682% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $218K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia graphite paste imports (HS 3801.30): 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 3801.30: Carbonaceous pastes: for electrodes and similar pastes for furnace linings.
Common questions
What is the value of graphite paste imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported graphite paste worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 124 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply graphite paste to Saudi Arabia?
Norway was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by China (28%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 53% on the year.
What is the average import price of graphite paste per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.11 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $0.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of graphite paste to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 214%. The peak was 2023 at $9.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export graphite paste?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $218 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for graphite paste?
The HS code for graphite paste is subheading 3801.30. 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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