Prepared mortars and concretes imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported prepared mortars and concretes worth $7.8 million (14.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $7.8M | 14.9K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 16.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 14.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 8.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 13.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 11.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 7.4K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports prepared mortars and concretes from
The largest suppliers were Spain (40%), United Arab Emirates (22%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.1M | 40% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 22% |
| Germany | $891K | 12% |
| Austria | $621K | 8% |
| Italy | $405K | 5.2% |
| Malaysia | $371K | 4.8% |
| Greece | $131K | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $118K | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $111K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $58K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.52 per kg, 86% above the world average of $0.28. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared mortars and concretes exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $227 thousand of prepared mortars and concretes in 2024 (448 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Germany (27%), Vietnam (20%), Bahrain (20%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $62K | 27% |
| Vietnam | $46K | 20% |
| Bahrain | $46K | 20% |
| Spain | $45K | 20% |
| Sudan | $15K | 6.7% |
| Tanzania | $7K | 3.3% |
| Kenya | $3K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.8% |
| Morocco | $1K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia prepared mortars and concretes imports (HS 3824.50): 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 3824.50: Mortars and concretes: non-refractory.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared mortars and concretes imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported prepared mortars and concretes worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared mortars and concretes to Saudi Arabia?
Spain was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (22%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared mortars and concretes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.52 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $0.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of prepared mortars and concretes to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, an increase of 156%. The peak was 2023 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export prepared mortars and concretes?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $227 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Vietnam and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared mortars and concretes?
The HS code for prepared mortars and concretes is subheading 3824.50. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
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