Rope and cable making machines imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported rope and cable making machines worth $33.4 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 154 countries. Value rose 84% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 61% 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 | $33.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $18.2M | 920 t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 631 t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 530 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 717 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 413 t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 135 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 128 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports rope and cable making machines from
Most of the value came from China (34%), Finland (34%), Germany (8%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+774% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.4M | 34% |
| Finland | $11.4M | 34% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 8.3% |
| Poland | $2.5M | 7.5% |
| Turkey | $2.4M | 7.2% |
| India | $1.2M | 3.7% |
| France | $932K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $465K | 1.4% |
| United States | $117K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $81K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.80 per kg, close to the world average of $18.16.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rope and cable making machines exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported rope and cable making machines worth $1.1 million (197 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $958K | 86% |
| Egypt | $94K | 8.4% |
| Bahrain | $24K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $24K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $21K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia rope and cable making machines imports (HS 8479.40): 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 8479.40: Machines: for making rope or cable.
Common questions
What is the value of rope and cable making machines imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported rope and cable making machines worth $33.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 154 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 84% on 2023.
Which countries supply rope and cable making machines to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by Finland (34%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 774% on the year.
What is the average import price of rope and cable making machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.80 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $18.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rope and cable making machines to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $33.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export rope and cable making machines?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $32.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for rope and cable making machines?
The HS code for rope and cable making machines is subheading 8479.40. 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 8479 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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