Integrated circuit parts imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of integrated circuit parts by Saudi Arabia reached $5.2 million in 2024 (184 tonnes). That is 34% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.1 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 | $5.2M | 184 t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 20 t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 128 t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 89 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 48 t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 25 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 19 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 11 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports integrated circuit parts from
Most of the value came from China (20%), United States (17%), South Africa (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.0M | 20% |
| United States | $901K | 17% |
| South Africa | $563K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $399K | 7.7% |
| France | $323K | 6.3% |
| Spain | $290K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $253K | 4.9% |
| Malaysia | $199K | 3.9% |
| Taiwan | $194K | 3.8% |
| Poland | $152K | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.19 per kg, 88% below the world average of $227.57, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Integrated circuit parts exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $1.9 million of integrated circuit parts in 2024 (63 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 94% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+574% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 94% |
| United Kingdom | $40K | 2.1% |
| Malta | $26K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $24K | 1.3% |
| United States | $8K | 0.4% |
| France | $7K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.2% |
| Bahrain | $4K | 0.2% |
| Qatar | $3K | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia integrated circuit parts imports (HS 8542.90): 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 8542.90: Parts of electronic integrated circuits.
Common questions
What is the value of integrated circuit parts imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported integrated circuit parts worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 184 tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply integrated circuit parts to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by the United States (17%) and South Africa (11%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of integrated circuit parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.19 per kg in 2024, 88% below the world average of $227.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of integrated circuit parts to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 132%. The peak was 2021 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export integrated circuit parts?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and Malta. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for integrated circuit parts?
The HS code for integrated circuit parts is subheading 8542.90. 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 8542 page.
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