Semiconductor storage media (other) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported semiconductor storage media (other) worth $9.0 million (23 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 443% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 106% a year on average.
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 | $9.0M | 23 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 0 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 38 t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 112 t |
| 2020 | $15K | 0 t |
| 2019 | $32K | 1 t |
| 2018 | $1K | - |
| 2017 | $58K | 1 t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports semiconductor storage media (other) to
One buyer market dominates: Kuwait accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+460% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $8.9M | 99% |
| Denmark | $47K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| El Salvador | $0K | 0% |
| Burkina Faso | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $386.21 per kg, 165% above the world average of $145.73. 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.
Semiconductor storage media (other) imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of semiconductor storage media (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $3.6 million in 2024 (51 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Turkey (35%), United States (10%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+685% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.3M | 35% |
| United States | $368K | 10% |
| Germany | $352K | 9.7% |
| India | $293K | 8.1% |
| China | $282K | 7.8% |
| Singapore | $261K | 7.2% |
| Taiwan | $243K | 6.7% |
| Bulgaria | $186K | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $62K | 1.7% |
| France | $59K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia semiconductor storage media (other) exports (HS 8523.59): 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 8523.59: Semiconductor media: other than smart cards, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37.
Common questions
What is the value of semiconductor storage media (other) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported semiconductor storage media (other) worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 134 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 443% on 2023.
Which countries buy semiconductor storage media (other) from Saudi Arabia?
Kuwait was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($8.9 million), followed by Denmark (1%) and the United Arab Emirates (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 460% on the year.
What is the average export price of semiconductor storage media (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $386.21 per kg in 2024, 165% above the world average of $145.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of semiconductor storage media (other) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $58 thousand in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import semiconductor storage media (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, the United States and Germany. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for semiconductor storage media (other)?
The HS code for semiconductor storage media (other) is subheading 8523.59. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8523 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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