Screwdriver bits imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $33.5 million of screwdriver bits in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $33.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $24.7M | 659 t |
| 2022 | $39.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $13.1M | 913 t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 318 t |
| 2019 | $9.1M | 360 t |
| 2018 | $18.4M | 673 t |
| 2017 | $18.3M | 409 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports screwdriver bits from
The largest suppliers were China (20%), Mexico (17%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.6M | 20% |
| Mexico | $5.7M | 17% |
| United States | $4.7M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $3.0M | 9% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 6.2% |
| Ireland | $1.3M | 4% |
| Malaysia | $1.0M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $967K | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $924K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $882K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.21 per kg, 29% below the world average of $20.12, 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.
Screwdriver bits exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported screwdriver bits worth $2.7 million (358 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (48%), France (22%), Kuwait (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 48% |
| France | $605K | 22% |
| Kuwait | $265K | 9.7% |
| Malaysia | $120K | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $52K | 1.9% |
| Oman | $52K | 1.9% |
| Norway | $44K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $43K | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $42K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $34K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia screwdriver bits imports (HS 8207.90): 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 8207.90: Tools, interchangeable: (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for screw-driving or uses n.e.c. in heading no. 8207.
Common questions
What is the value of screwdriver bits imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported screwdriver bits worth $33.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply screwdriver bits to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Mexico (17%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 307% on the year.
What is the average import price of screwdriver bits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.21 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $20.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of screwdriver bits to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.3 million in 2017 to $33.5 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2022 at $39.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export screwdriver bits?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, France and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $30.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for screwdriver bits?
The HS code for screwdriver bits is subheading 8207.90. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
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