Plastic and rubber molds (other types) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic and rubber molds (other types) by Saudi Arabia reached $11.7 million in 2024 (625 tonnes). That is 33% more 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 | $11.7M | 625 t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 428 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 214 t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 251 t |
| 2020 | $10.7M | 406 t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 250 t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 340 t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 367 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports plastic and rubber molds (other types) from
The largest suppliers were China (46%), Singapore (12%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, Luxembourg grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 46% |
| Singapore | $1.3M | 12% |
| Italy | $899K | 7.7% |
| Taiwan | $651K | 5.6% |
| India | $582K | 5% |
| Germany | $517K | 4.4% |
| United States | $408K | 3.5% |
| Austria | $368K | 3.2% |
| Luxembourg | $336K | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $213K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.63 per kg, close to the world average of $22.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic and rubber molds (other types) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported plastic and rubber molds (other types) worth $269 thousand (17 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (46%), Germany (23%), France (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+294% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $123K | 46% |
| Germany | $61K | 23% |
| France | $39K | 15% |
| Malta | $15K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $9K | 3.4% |
| Kuwait | $7K | 2.5% |
| China | $3K | 1.1% |
| Austria | $3K | 1% |
| Jordan | $2K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
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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 8480.79: Moulds: for rubber or plastics, other than injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic and rubber molds (other types) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported plastic and rubber molds (other types) worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 625 tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic and rubber molds (other types) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Singapore (12%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 265% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic and rubber molds (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.63 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $22.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic and rubber molds (other types) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $269 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Germany and France. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
The HS code for plastic and rubber molds (other types) is subheading 8480.79. 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 8480 page.
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