Mineral crushing and grinding machines imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mineral crushing and grinding machines by Saudi Arabia reached $77.2 million in 2024 (16.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $77.2M | 16.8K t |
| 2023 | $53.9M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $48.9M | 13.6K t |
| 2021 | $40.8M | 10.3K t |
| 2020 | $35.5M | 7.1K t |
| 2019 | $16.4M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $13.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $16.8M | 2.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports mineral crushing and grinding machines from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+826% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $41.3M | 54% |
| France | $6.2M | 8.1% |
| Bahrain | $5.9M | 7.7% |
| Turkey | $4.3M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3.6M | 4.7% |
| Sweden | $3.3M | 4.3% |
| India | $3.0M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 3.1% |
| Australia | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| Austria | $1.7M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.59 per kg, 30% below the world average of $6.56, 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.
Mineral crushing and grinding machines exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of mineral crushing and grinding machines by Saudi Arabia reached $1.8 million in 2024 (261 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.5M | 84% |
| United Arab Emirates | $115K | 6.4% |
| Egypt | $85K | 4.7% |
| Oman | $70K | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $11K | 0.6% |
| Jordan | $6K | 0.3% |
| Sudan | $6K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0% |
| Gambia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia mineral crushing and grinding machines imports (HS 8474.20): 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 8474.20: Machines: for crushing or grinding earth, stone, ores or other mineral substances.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral crushing and grinding machines imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported mineral crushing and grinding machines worth $77.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 208 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral crushing and grinding machines to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($41.3 million), followed by France (8%) and Bahrain (8%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 826% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral crushing and grinding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.59 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $6.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mineral crushing and grinding machines to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.8 million in 2017 to $77.2 million in 2024, an increase of 361%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $37.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export mineral crushing and grinding machines?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $75.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral crushing and grinding machines?
The HS code for mineral crushing and grinding machines is subheading 8474.20. 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 8474 page.
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