Non-asbestos brake linings imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported non-asbestos brake linings worth $25.0 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 208 countries. That is 10% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $37.1 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 | $25.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $27.6M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $16.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $35.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $37.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $24.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $32.4M | 3.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports non-asbestos brake linings from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Bahrain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $12.8M | 51% |
| Bahrain | $4.5M | 18% |
| India | $1.8M | 7.1% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 5.8% |
| Czech Republic | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| China | $562K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $479K | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $376K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $351K | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $303K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.66 per kg, 54% above the world average of $5.61. 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.
Non-asbestos brake linings exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of non-asbestos brake linings by Saudi Arabia reached $234 thousand in 2024 (9 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Singapore accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $158K | 68% |
| United Arab Emirates | $47K | 20% |
| United States | $17K | 7.5% |
| Egypt | $10K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.7% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia non-asbestos brake linings imports (HS 6813.81): 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 6813.81: Brake linings and pads: with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos).
Common questions
What is the value of non-asbestos brake linings imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported non-asbestos brake linings worth $25.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 208 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-asbestos brake linings to Saudi Arabia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($12.8 million), followed by Bahrain (18%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 210% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-asbestos brake linings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.66 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $5.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-asbestos brake linings to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.4 million in 2017 to $25.0 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2019 at $37.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export non-asbestos brake linings?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $234 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $24.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-asbestos brake linings?
The HS code for non-asbestos brake linings is subheading 6813.81. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6813 page.
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