Heat treatment machinery (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported heat treatment machinery (other) worth $268.2 million (5.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. Value rose 196% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $268.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $90.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $105.7M | 9.0K t |
| 2021 | $56.3M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $70.0M | 6.8K t |
| 2019 | $121.9M | 12.4K t |
| 2018 | $109.7M | 7.6K t |
| 2017 | $78.0M | 5.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports heat treatment machinery (other) from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $161.6M | 60% |
| Germany | $22.5M | 8.4% |
| India | $13.6M | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $10.7M | 4% |
| Sweden | $8.4M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $7.1M | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $6.3M | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.7M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $5.3M | 2% |
| United States | $4.8M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $50.42 per kg, 123% above the world average of $22.61. 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.
Heat treatment machinery (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported heat treatment machinery (other) worth $2.4 million (176 tonnes). Most of it went to Turkey (24%), Kuwait (24%), United Arab Emirates (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $569K | 24% |
| Kuwait | $563K | 24% |
| United Arab Emirates | $549K | 23% |
| Singapore | $137K | 5.8% |
| Belgium | $105K | 4.5% |
| Jordan | $102K | 4.3% |
| Qatar | $68K | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | $56K | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $54K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $27K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia heat treatment machinery (other) imports (HS 8419.89): 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 8419.89: Machinery, plant and laboratory equipment: for treating materials by change of temperature, other than for making hot drinks or cooking or heating food.
Common questions
What is the value of heat treatment machinery (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported heat treatment machinery (other) worth $268.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 220 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 196% on 2023.
Which countries supply heat treatment machinery (other) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($161.6 million), followed by Germany (8%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 607% on the year.
What is the average import price of heat treatment machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $50.42 per kg in 2024, 123% above the world average of $22.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of heat treatment machinery (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $78.0 million in 2017 to $268.2 million in 2024, an increase of 244%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $112.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export heat treatment machinery (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $265.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for heat treatment machinery (other)?
The HS code for heat treatment machinery (other) is subheading 8419.89. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8419 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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