Low silicon ferro-silicon imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $2.2 million of low silicon ferro-silicon in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 82% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $17.5 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 | $2.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $12.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $17.5M | 8.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $74K | 46 t |
| 2019 | $76K | 55 t |
| 2018 | $272K | 144 t |
| 2017 | $203K | 108 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports low silicon ferro-silicon from
Russia alone supplied 89% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $2.0M | 89% |
| India | $133K | 5.9% |
| China | $94K | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $10K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, 25% below the world average of $1.73, 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.
Low silicon ferro-silicon exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported low silicon ferro-silicon worth $515 thousand (828 tonnes). India alone took 92% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $474K | 92% |
| Bahrain | $41K | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia low silicon ferro-silicon imports (HS 7202.29): 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 7202.29: Ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight 55% or less of silicon.
Common questions
What is the value of low silicon ferro-silicon imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported low silicon ferro-silicon worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 119 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 82% on 2023.
Which countries supply low silicon ferro-silicon to Saudi Arabia?
Russia was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by India (6%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 20% on the year.
What is the average import price of low silicon ferro-silicon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $1.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of low silicon ferro-silicon to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $203 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $17.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export low silicon ferro-silicon?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $515 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Bahrain and the Netherlands. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for low silicon ferro-silicon?
The HS code for low silicon ferro-silicon is subheading 7202.29. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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