Signal generators imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported signal generators worth $18.9 million (35 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 143% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $18.9M | 35 t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 159 t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 473 t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 227 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 25 t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 45 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 6 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 11 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports signal generators from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+893% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $10.7M | 57% |
| United States | $2.3M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $2.1M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 9.2% |
| China | $686K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $288K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $241K | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $234K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $228K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $58K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $541.64 per kg, 232% above the world average of $163.00. 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.
Signal generators exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of signal generators by Saudi Arabia reached $1.1 million in 2024 (10 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 84% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $928K | 84% |
| Germany | $138K | 12% |
| United States | $14K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $12K | 1.1% |
| Qatar | $6K | 0.6% |
| France | $4K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $3K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia signal generators imports (HS 8543.20): 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 8543.20: Electrical machines and apparatus: signal generators.
Common questions
What is the value of signal generators imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported signal generators worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35 tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 193 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 143% on 2023.
Which countries supply signal generators to Saudi Arabia?
France was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($10.7 million), followed by the United States (12%) and Switzerland (11%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 893% on the year.
What is the average import price of signal generators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $541.64 per kg in 2024, 232% above the world average of $163.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of signal generators to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024, an increase of 475%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export signal generators?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Germany and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $17.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for signal generators?
The HS code for signal generators is subheading 8543.20. 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 8543 page.
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