Sawn tropical wood (other species) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $23.8 million (27.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 84% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $46.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23.8M | 27.2K t |
| 2023 | $24.8M | 19.9K t |
| 2022 | $46.4M | 47.1K t |
| 2021 | $38.0M | 44.1K t |
| 2020 | $219K | 257 t |
| 2019 | $411K | 818 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $332K | 349 t |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.88 per kg, 69% above the world average of $0.52. 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.
Sawn tropical wood (other species) imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $6.4 million of sawn tropical wood (other species) in 2024 (7.1 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Cameroon (19%), Cote d'Ivoire (16%), Gabon (16%). Among the main suppliers, Ghana grew fastest (+665% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cameroon | $1.2M | 19% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.0M | 16% |
| Gabon | $1.0M | 16% |
| Malaysia | $496K | 7.7% |
| Brazil | $421K | 6.5% |
| Ghana | $413K | 6.4% |
| DR Congo | $389K | 6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $346K | 5.4% |
| Sweden | $278K | 4.3% |
| United States | $144K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
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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 4407.29: Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn tropical wood (other species) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $23.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 130 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn tropical wood (other species) from Saudi Arabia?
Yemen was the largest buyer with 98% of the value ($23.3 million), followed by Kuwait (2%) and Jordan (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of sawn tropical wood (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.88 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $0.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sawn tropical wood (other species) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $332 thousand in 2017 to $23.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $46.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import sawn tropical wood (other species)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Cameroon, Cote d'Ivoire and Gabon. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $17.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species)?
The HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species) is subheading 4407.29. 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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