Sawn hardwood boards (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $80.5 million of sawn hardwood boards (other) in 2024 (184.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. That is 28% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $158.7 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 | $80.5M | 184.9K t |
| 2023 | $63.1M | 58.9K t |
| 2022 | $101.1M | 161.9K t |
| 2021 | $158.7M | 297.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 9.7K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 14.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 15.8K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports sawn hardwood boards (other) from
The largest suppliers were Chile (25%), Brazil (13%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Lithuania grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $20.3M | 25% |
| Brazil | $10.2M | 13% |
| Germany | $9.8M | 12% |
| Finland | $9.6M | 12% |
| New Zealand | $7.9M | 9.8% |
| Lithuania | $6.9M | 8.5% |
| Romania | $4.0M | 5% |
| Austria | $3.9M | 4.9% |
| United States | $1.3M | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $972K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.44 per kg, 34% below the world average of $0.67, 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.
Sawn hardwood boards (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported sawn hardwood boards (other) worth $1.2 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Kuwait alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+701% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia sawn hardwood boards (other) imports (HS 4407.99): 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 4407.99: Wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn hardwood boards (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported sawn hardwood boards (other) worth $80.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 184.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 203 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply sawn hardwood boards (other) to Saudi Arabia?
Chile was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by Brazil (13%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 182% on the year.
What is the average import price of sawn hardwood boards (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.44 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $0.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sawn hardwood boards (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $80.5 million in 2024, an increase of 914%. The peak was 2021 at $158.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export sawn hardwood boards (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $79.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn hardwood boards (other)?
The HS code for sawn hardwood boards (other) is subheading 4407.99. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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