Metal molds (other types) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported metal molds (other types) worth $3.9 million (773 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 150% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.0 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 | $3.9M | 773 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 113 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 61 t |
| 2021 | $11.0M | 951 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 114 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 87 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 205 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 96 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports metal molds (other types) from
Most of the value came from China (42%), United Kingdom (15%), Turkey (13%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 42% |
| United Kingdom | $590K | 15% |
| Turkey | $509K | 13% |
| India | $418K | 11% |
| Japan | $205K | 5.2% |
| Spain | $176K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $131K | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $74K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $50K | 1.3% |
| United States | $28K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.05 per kg, 57% below the world average of $11.77, 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.
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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 8480.49: Moulds: for metal or metal carbides, other than injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of metal molds (other types) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported metal molds (other types) worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 773 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 180 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 150% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal molds (other types) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by the United Kingdom (15%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 185% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal molds (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.05 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $11.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal molds (other types) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. The peak was 2021 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal molds (other types)?
The HS code for metal molds (other types) is subheading 8480.49. 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 8480 page.
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