Orthopedic supports imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of orthopedic supports by Saudi Arabia reached $114.1 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $114.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $105.1M | 727 t |
| 2022 | $76.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $76.2M | 880 t |
| 2020 | $41.8M | 406 t |
| 2019 | $58.9M | 624 t |
| 2018 | $55.3M | 597 t |
| 2017 | $50.0M | 486 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports orthopedic supports from
The largest suppliers were United States (27%), Switzerland (26%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $30.6M | 27% |
| Switzerland | $30.0M | 26% |
| Netherlands | $11.7M | 10% |
| Mexico | $10.1M | 8.9% |
| Germany | $6.0M | 5.3% |
| China | $5.5M | 4.9% |
| Taiwan | $3.6M | 3.1% |
| Malaysia | $2.7M | 2.4% |
| Costa Rica | $1.8M | 1.6% |
| India | $1.6M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $103.57 per kg, close to the world average of $89.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Orthopedic supports exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $1.8 million of orthopedic supports in 2024 (12 tonnes). Switzerland alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+266% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 65% |
| United Arab Emirates | $256K | 14% |
| United States | $204K | 11% |
| South Africa | $75K | 4.1% |
| Jordan | $45K | 2.5% |
| Bahrain | $28K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.7% |
| Niger | $7K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia orthopedic supports imports (HS 9021.10): 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 9021.10: Orthopaedic or fracture appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of orthopedic supports imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported orthopedic supports worth $114.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply orthopedic supports to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($30.6 million), followed by Switzerland (26%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 130% on the year.
What is the average import price of orthopedic supports per kg?
The average declared import value was about $103.57 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $89.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of orthopedic supports to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.0 million in 2017 to $114.1 million in 2024, an increase of 128%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $72.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export orthopedic supports?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $112.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for orthopedic supports?
The HS code for orthopedic supports is subheading 9021.10. 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 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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