Molding machine parts imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported molding machine parts worth $76.5 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $76.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $80.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $66.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $43.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $63.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $50.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $51.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $45.1M | 940 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports molding machine parts from
Most of the value came from China (14%), Germany (14%), Italy (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 15% |
| Germany | $10.9M | 14% |
| Italy | $10.6M | 14% |
| Luxembourg | $6.7M | 8.7% |
| United States | $5.9M | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 5.5% |
| Taiwan | $4.0M | 5.2% |
| Japan | $3.4M | 4.4% |
| Czech Republic | $3.0M | 4% |
| France | $2.8M | 3.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.22 per kg, 34% above the world average of $18.76. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Molding machine parts exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of molding machine parts by Saudi Arabia reached $3.8 million in 2024 (104 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.4M | 64% |
| Italy | $244K | 6.4% |
| Luxembourg | $243K | 6.4% |
| Oman | $243K | 6.4% |
| India | $150K | 4% |
| Germany | $130K | 3.4% |
| United States | $130K | 3.4% |
| China | $38K | 1% |
| France | $31K | 0.8% |
| Brazil | $29K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia molding machine parts imports (HS 8477.90): 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 8477.90: Machinery: parts of the machines of heading no. 8477, n.e.c. in item no. 8477.90.
Common questions
What is the value of molding machine parts imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported molding machine parts worth $76.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 207 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply molding machine parts to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 14% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Italy (14%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 761% on the year.
What is the average import price of molding machine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.22 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $18.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of molding machine parts to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45.1 million in 2017 to $76.5 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. The peak was 2023 at $80.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $59.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export molding machine parts?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Italy and Luxembourg. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $72.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for molding machine parts?
The HS code for molding machine parts is subheading 8477.90. 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 8477 page.
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