Laser cutting machines imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of laser cutting machines by Saudi Arabia reached $45.5 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 65% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $45.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $27.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $20.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $16.4M | 830 t |
| 2020 | $25.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $20.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $16.8M | 783 t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 551 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports laser cutting machines from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.1M | 60% |
| Germany | $11.1M | 25% |
| Turkey | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 2.3% |
| Canada | $722K | 1.6% |
| Japan | $333K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $329K | 0.7% |
| United States | $301K | 0.7% |
| Austria | $247K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.56 per kg, 45% below the world average of $19.25, 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.
Laser cutting machines exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported laser cutting machines worth $220 thousand (55 tonnes). Most of it went to Poland (33%), Netherlands (23%), United Arab Emirates (15%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $73K | 33% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 23% |
| United Arab Emirates | $32K | 15% |
| Bahrain | $16K | 7.2% |
| China | $14K | 6.4% |
| Kuwait | $13K | 5.7% |
| France | $12K | 5.3% |
| Cyprus | $6K | 2.5% |
| Oman | $3K | 1.2% |
| Jordan | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia laser cutting machines imports (HS 8456.11): 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 8456.11: Machine-tools: for working any material by removal of material: operated by laser.
Common questions
What is the value of laser cutting machines imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported laser cutting machines worth $45.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 200 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 65% on 2023.
Which countries supply laser cutting machines to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($27.1 million), followed by Germany (24%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of laser cutting machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.56 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $19.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of laser cutting machines to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $45.5 million in 2024, an increase of 362%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $22.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export laser cutting machines?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $220 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $45.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for laser cutting machines?
The HS code for laser cutting machines is subheading 8456.11. 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 8456 page.
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