Shovels and loaders (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported shovels and loaders (other) worth $75.0 million (12.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $75.0M | 12.8K t |
| 2023 | $74.7M | 12.4K t |
| 2022 | $51.7M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $22.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $22.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $25.6M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $12.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $27.4M | 4.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports shovels and loaders (other) from
India alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+685% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $47.8M | 64% |
| China | $10.0M | 13% |
| Italy | $6.5M | 8.7% |
| Thailand | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| United States | $1.3M | 1.8% |
| Philippines | $1.2M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 1.6% |
| Norway | $1.1M | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $546K | 0.7% |
| Finland | $475K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.86 per kg, close to the world average of $6.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Shovels and loaders (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $6.6 million of shovels and loaders (other) in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (45%), Iraq (34%), Mexico (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+373% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $3.0M | 45% |
| Iraq | $2.3M | 34% |
| Mexico | $510K | 7.7% |
| Vietnam | $272K | 4.1% |
| Kuwait | $167K | 2.5% |
| Tanzania | $157K | 2.4% |
| Jordan | $153K | 2.3% |
| Afghanistan | $61K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $39K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $32K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia shovels and loaders (other) imports (HS 8429.59): 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 8429.59: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50.
Common questions
What is the value of shovels and loaders (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported shovels and loaders (other) worth $75.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 213 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply shovels and loaders (other) to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($47.8 million), followed by China (13%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 685% on the year.
What is the average import price of shovels and loaders (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.86 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $6.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of shovels and loaders (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.4 million in 2017 to $75.0 million in 2024, an increase of 174%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export shovels and loaders (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $6.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Iraq and Mexico. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $68.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for shovels and loaders (other)?
The HS code for shovels and loaders (other) is subheading 8429.59. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8429 page.
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