Ignition system parts imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ignition system parts by Saudi Arabia reached $15.7 million in 2024 (696 tonnes). That is 18% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $15.7M | 697 t |
| 2023 | $13.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 239 t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 280 t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 433 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 316 t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 184 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 149 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports ignition system parts from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.0M | 57% |
| China | $2.4M | 15% |
| Japan | $926K | 5.9% |
| Egypt | $900K | 5.7% |
| Germany | $765K | 4.9% |
| South Korea | $496K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $265K | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $195K | 1.2% |
| India | $113K | 0.7% |
| Bahrain | $86K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.57 per kg, 98% above the world average of $11.41. 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.
Ignition system parts exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of ignition system parts by Saudi Arabia reached $332 thousand in 2024 (118 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Sudan (49%), Kuwait (33%), United Arab Emirates (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $163K | 49% |
| Kuwait | $110K | 33% |
| United Arab Emirates | $56K | 17% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0.3% |
| Oman | $1K | 0.2% |
| Malta | $1K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia ignition system parts imports (HS 8511.90): 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 8511.90: Ignition or starting equipment: parts of the equipment of heading no. 8511, for use in spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition system parts imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported ignition system parts worth $15.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 696 tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition system parts to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by China (15%) and Japan (6%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition system parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.57 per kg in 2024, 98% above the world average of $11.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ignition system parts to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $15.7 million in 2024, an increase of 336%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export ignition system parts?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $332 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sudan, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition system parts?
The HS code for ignition system parts is subheading 8511.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8511 page.
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