MDF (3–5 mm) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported mdf (3–5 mm) worth $61.7 million (100.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 197 countries. Value rose 116% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $61.7M | 100.7K t |
| 2023 | $28.6M | 42.8K t |
| 2022 | $52.0M | 78.2K t |
| 2021 | $49.4M | 69.6K t |
| 2020 | $35.8M | 137.1K t |
| 2019 | $35.3M | 131.6K t |
| 2018 | $35.9M | 126.8K t |
| 2017 | $34.8M | 115.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports mdf (3–5 mm) from
Thailand alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+246% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $51.8M | 84% |
| Indonesia | $5.2M | 8.5% |
| China | $3.5M | 5.6% |
| India | $442K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $328K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $103K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $93K | 0.2% |
| Russia | $70K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $54K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $28K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.61 per kg, close to the world average of $0.51.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
MDF (3–5 mm) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported mdf (3–5 mm) worth $338 thousand (141 tonnes). Sudan alone took 79% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $267K | 79% |
| United Arab Emirates | $49K | 14% |
| Kuwait | $21K | 6.2% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.6% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia mdf (3–5 mm) imports (HS 4411.12): 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 4411.12: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of mdf (3–5 mm) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported mdf (3–5 mm) worth $61.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 100.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 197 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 116% on 2023.
Which countries supply mdf (3–5 mm) to Saudi Arabia?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($51.8 million), followed by Indonesia (8%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 334% on the year.
What is the average import price of mdf (3–5 mm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.61 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $0.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mdf (3–5 mm) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.8 million in 2017 to $61.7 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $41.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export mdf (3–5 mm)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $338 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sudan, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $61.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for mdf (3–5 mm)?
The HS code for mdf (3–5 mm) is subheading 4411.12. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
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