Rubber blocks (non-cellular) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported rubber blocks (non-cellular) worth $10.3 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 46% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $10.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 836 t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 797 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 823 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 248 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports rubber blocks (non-cellular) from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+794% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $6.7M | 66% |
| China | $740K | 7.2% |
| Italy | $659K | 6.4% |
| Germany | $450K | 4.4% |
| India | $393K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $263K | 2.6% |
| United States | $258K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $132K | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $90K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $57K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.38 per kg, 54% below the world average of $7.30, 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.
Rubber blocks (non-cellular) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported rubber blocks (non-cellular) worth $1.1 million (563 tonnes). Most of it went to Yemen (38%), Bahrain (32%), Kuwait (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia rubber blocks (non-cellular) imports (HS 4008.29): 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 4008.29: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), non-cellular rubber, in forms other than plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber blocks (non-cellular) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported rubber blocks (non-cellular) worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 208 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber blocks (non-cellular) to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by China (7%) and Italy (6%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 794% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber blocks (non-cellular) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.38 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $7.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rubber blocks (non-cellular) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, an increase of 473%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export rubber blocks (non-cellular)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Yemen, Bahrain and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber blocks (non-cellular)?
The HS code for rubber blocks (non-cellular) is subheading 4008.29. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4008 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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