Plastic spectacle frames imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported plastic spectacle frames worth $16.6 million (128 tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $16.6M | 128 t |
| 2023 | $19.2M | 86 t |
| 2022 | $16.5M | 138 t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 135 t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 104 t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 51 t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 51 t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 42 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports plastic spectacle frames from
The largest suppliers were Italy (49%), China (25%), Austria (5%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $8.1M | 49% |
| China | $4.2M | 25% |
| Austria | $887K | 5.3% |
| Bahrain | $778K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $344K | 2.1% |
| Ireland | $311K | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $302K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $240K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $236K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $223K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $129.44 per kg, 32% below the world average of $190.98, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia plastic spectacle frames imports (HS 9003.11): 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 9003.11: Frames and mountings: for spectacles, goggles or the like, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic spectacle frames imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported plastic spectacle frames worth $16.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 128 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic spectacle frames to Saudi Arabia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by China (25%) and Austria (5%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 365% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic spectacle frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $129.44 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $190.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic spectacle frames to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $16.6 million in 2024, an increase of 103%. The peak was 2023 at $19.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic spectacle frames?
The HS code for plastic spectacle frames is subheading 9003.11. 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 9003 page.
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