Precious metal clad articles imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $3.4 million of precious metal clad articles in 2024 (16 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 140 countries. That is 52% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $4.3 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 | $3.4M | 16 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 19 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 14 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 12 t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 45 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 29 t |
| 2018 | $619K | 11 t |
| 2017 | $937K | 27 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports precious metal clad articles from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+635% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 60% |
| United States | $955K | 29% |
| France | $193K | 5.7% |
| Italy | $72K | 2.2% |
| China | $49K | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $22K | 0.7% |
| Tunisia | $12K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $6K | 0.2% |
| Romania | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $205.74 per kg, close to the world average of $190.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precious metal clad articles exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported precious metal clad articles worth $290 thousand (1 tonnes). Bahrain alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $281K | 97% |
| Italy | $7K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia precious metal clad articles imports (HS 7114.20): 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 7114.20: Goldsmiths' and silversmiths' wares: articles of and parts thereof, of base metal clad with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of precious metal clad articles imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported precious metal clad articles worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 140 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply precious metal clad articles to Saudi Arabia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by the United States (28%) and France (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 635% on the year.
What is the average import price of precious metal clad articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $205.74 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $190.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of precious metal clad articles to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $937 thousand in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 258%. The peak was 2020 at $4.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export precious metal clad articles?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $290 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, Italy and the Netherlands. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for precious metal clad articles?
The HS code for precious metal clad articles is subheading 7114.20. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7114 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Saudi Arabia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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