Medical syringes imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported medical syringes worth $45.0 million (4.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $45.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $41.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $43.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $24.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $15.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $16.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $32.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $16.1M | 1.5K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports medical syringes from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), United States (18%), Belgium (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+248% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.2M | 32% |
| United States | $8.0M | 18% |
| Belgium | $5.0M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 4.3% |
| India | $1.7M | 3.7% |
| France | $1.5M | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $1.4M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $960K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.75 per kg, 48% below the world average of $20.69, 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.
Medical syringes exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of medical syringes by Saudi Arabia reached $226 thousand in 2024 (26 tonnes). Most of it went to Belgium (46%), Oman (16%), United Arab Emirates (15%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $105K | 46% |
| Oman | $36K | 16% |
| United Arab Emirates | $33K | 15% |
| Sudan | $19K | 8.3% |
| Qatar | $15K | 6.6% |
| Kuwait | $11K | 4.7% |
| Ireland | $7K | 3% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia medical syringes imports (HS 9018.31): 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 9018.31: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: syringes, with or without needles.
Common questions
What is the value of medical syringes imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported medical syringes worth $45.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical syringes to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by the United States (18%) and Belgium (11%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 248% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical syringes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.75 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $20.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medical syringes to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.1 million in 2017 to $45.0 million in 2024, an increase of 180%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $29.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export medical syringes?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $226 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Oman and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $44.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical syringes?
The HS code for medical syringes is subheading 9018.31. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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