Solid-state storage devices imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $91.9 million of solid-state storage devices in 2024 (218 tonnes). That is 28% 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 | $91.9M | 218 t |
| 2023 | $71.8M | 166 t |
| 2022 | $52.3M | 198 t |
| 2021 | $52.1M | 172 t |
| 2020 | $48.1M | 238 t |
| 2019 | $72.3M | 306 t |
| 2018 | $47.1M | 195 t |
| 2017 | $50.6M | 77 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports solid-state storage devices from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (49%), China (17%), United States (5%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $44.6M | 49% |
| China | $15.4M | 17% |
| United States | $4.7M | 5.1% |
| Malaysia | $3.6M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 3.6% |
| Taiwan | $3.2M | 3.5% |
| Thailand | $2.8M | 3.1% |
| Philippines | $2.1M | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 1.9% |
| Austria | $1.4M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $420.57 per kg, 58% below the world average of $1,006.21, 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.
Solid-state storage devices exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of solid-state storage devices by Saudi Arabia reached $1.9 million in 2024 (4 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 84% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+529% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 84% |
| Singapore | $184K | 9.6% |
| Hong Kong | $64K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $14K | 0.7% |
| Kuwait | $9K | 0.5% |
| China | $6K | 0.3% |
| Hungary | $4K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia solid-state storage devices imports (HS 8523.51): 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 8523.51: Semiconductor media: solid-state non-volatile storage devices, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37.
Common questions
What is the value of solid-state storage devices imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported solid-state storage devices worth $91.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 218 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply solid-state storage devices to Saudi Arabia?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($44.6 million), followed by China (17%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 204% on the year.
What is the average import price of solid-state storage devices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $420.57 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $1,006.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of solid-state storage devices to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.6 million in 2017 to $91.9 million in 2024, an increase of 82%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $60.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export solid-state storage devices?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Singapore and Hong Kong. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $89.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for solid-state storage devices?
The HS code for solid-state storage devices is subheading 8523.51. 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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