Optical filters imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of optical filters by Saudi Arabia reached $26.4 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 199 countries. Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 74% 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 | $26.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $20.7M | 226 t |
| 2022 | $10.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 462 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 286 t |
| 2019 | $571K | 11 t |
| 2018 | $639K | 18 t |
| 2017 | $551K | 4 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports optical filters from
Most of the value came from Japan (40%), China (21%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $10.4M | 40% |
| China | $5.6M | 21% |
| United States | $2.6M | 9.8% |
| Turkey | $1.9M | 7.3% |
| Thailand | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| Indonesia | $374K | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $368K | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $322K | 1.2% |
| Mexico | $299K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $257K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.90 per kg, 82% below the world average of $86.53, 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.
Optical filters exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $3.2 million of optical filters in 2024 (433 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (43%), Jordan (20%), Iraq (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia optical filters imports (HS 9002.20): 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 9002.20: Filters: mounted as parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of optical filters imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported optical filters worth $26.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 199 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical filters to Saudi Arabia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($10.4 million), followed by China (21%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 140% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical filters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.90 per kg in 2024, 82% below the world average of $86.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical filters to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $551 thousand in 2017 to $26.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export optical filters?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Jordan and Iraq. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $23.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical filters?
The HS code for optical filters is subheading 9002.20. 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 9002 page.
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