Portable air compressors imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported portable air compressors worth $53.3 million (6.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. Value fell 10% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $53.3M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $59.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $45.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $35.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $25.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $38.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $39.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $19.6M | 2.8K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports portable air compressors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.9M | 52% |
| India | $6.5M | 12% |
| Italy | $4.1M | 7.6% |
| Canada | $3.4M | 6.4% |
| United States | $2.0M | 3.7% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $865K | 1.6% |
| France | $787K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.46 per kg, close to the world average of $9.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Portable air compressors exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of portable air compressors by Saudi Arabia reached $22.9 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 168 countries. One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+458% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.2M | 80% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.3M | 15% |
| Italy | $557K | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $442K | 1.9% |
| Kuwait | $152K | 0.7% |
| Qatar | $40K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $33K | 0.2% |
| Bahrain | $9K | 0% |
| Philippines | $7K | 0% |
| Sudan | $5K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia portable air compressors imports (HS 8414.40): 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 8414.40: Compressors: air compressors mounted on a wheeled chassis for towing.
Common questions
What is the value of portable air compressors imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported portable air compressors worth $53.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 213 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable air compressors to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($27.9 million), followed by India (12%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 230% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable air compressors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.46 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $9.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of portable air compressors to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.6 million in 2017 to $53.3 million in 2024, an increase of 172%. The peak was 2023 at $59.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export portable air compressors?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $22.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the United Arab Emirates and Italy. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $30.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable air compressors?
The HS code for portable air compressors is subheading 8414.40. 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 8414 page.
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