Metal spectacle frames imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported metal spectacle frames worth $23.2 million (203 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 7% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $23.2M | 203 t |
| 2023 | $24.8M | 77 t |
| 2022 | $20.0M | 135 t |
| 2021 | $22.1M | 145 t |
| 2020 | $11.7M | 46 t |
| 2019 | $14.5M | 70 t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 45 t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 37 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports metal spectacle frames from
Most of the value came from Italy (29%), China (27%), United Arab Emirates (10%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+486% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.7M | 29% |
| China | $6.3M | 27% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.2M | 9.5% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 6.2% |
| Denmark | $1.4M | 6% |
| Austria | $1.2M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $783K | 3.4% |
| France | $748K | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $736K | 3.2% |
| Bahrain | $656K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $113.84 per kg, 54% below the world average of $247.25, 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.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia metal spectacle frames imports (HS 9003.19): 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 9003.19: Frames and mountings: for spectacles, goggles or the like, of materials other than plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of metal spectacle frames imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported metal spectacle frames worth $23.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 203 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 205 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal spectacle frames to Saudi Arabia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by China (27%) and the United Arab Emirates (10%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal spectacle frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $113.84 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $247.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal spectacle frames to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $23.2 million in 2024, an increase of 299%. The peak was 2023 at $24.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal spectacle frames?
The HS code for metal spectacle frames is subheading 9003.19. 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 9003 page.
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