Paper processing machinery (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper processing machinery (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $18.2 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 20% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $26.9 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 | $18.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $22.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $22.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 848 t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 843 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 492 t |
| 2018 | $17.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $26.9M | 1.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports paper processing machinery (other) from
China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.8M | 71% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 8.4% |
| Romania | $887K | 4.9% |
| Turkey | $697K | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $658K | 3.6% |
| Serbia | $332K | 1.8% |
| France | $229K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $216K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $185K | 1% |
| Poland | $156K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.62 per kg, 30% below the world average of $16.53, 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.
Paper processing machinery (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported paper processing machinery (other) worth $672 thousand (116 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 62% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $419K | 62% |
| Germany | $151K | 23% |
| Greece | $52K | 7.7% |
| Belgium | $20K | 3% |
| Iraq | $10K | 1.5% |
| Sudan | $6K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $5K | 0.7% |
| India | $4K | 0.7% |
| Jordan | $2K | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia paper processing machinery (other) imports (HS 8441.80): 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 8441.80: Machinery: n.e.c. in heading no. 8441, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of paper processing machinery (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported paper processing machinery (other) worth $18.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 190 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper processing machinery (other) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($12.8 million), followed by Germany (8%) and Romania (5%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper processing machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.62 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $16.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper processing machinery (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.9 million in 2017 to $18.2 million in 2024, a fall of 32%. The peak was 2017 at $26.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export paper processing machinery (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $672 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Germany and Greece. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $17.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper processing machinery (other)?
The HS code for paper processing machinery (other) is subheading 8441.80. 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 8441 page.
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