Specialized machinery (other types) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $569.7 million of specialized machinery (other types) in 2024 (21.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $569.7M | 21.0K t |
| 2023 | $466.8M | 17.4K t |
| 2022 | $389.0M | 10.5K t |
| 2021 | $263.5M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $559.2M | 16.4K t |
| 2019 | $463.9M | 15.7K t |
| 2018 | $404.8M | 12.0K t |
| 2017 | $297.2M | 10.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports specialized machinery (other types) from
The largest suppliers were United States (26%), Singapore (13%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $145.5M | 26% |
| Singapore | $73.9M | 13% |
| China | $66.7M | 12% |
| India | $49.5M | 8.7% |
| Italy | $30.9M | 5.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27.5M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $27.1M | 4.8% |
| Malaysia | $20.9M | 3.7% |
| Finland | $20.6M | 3.6% |
| Canada | $17.9M | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.12 per kg, 57% above the world average of $17.28. 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.
Specialized machinery (other types) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of specialized machinery (other types) by Saudi Arabia reached $14.7 million in 2024 (544 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (37%), South Africa (8%), China (6%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $5.4M | 37% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 7.9% |
| China | $867K | 5.9% |
| Brazil | $728K | 5% |
| India | $663K | 4.5% |
| Oman | $645K | 4.4% |
| Bahrain | $619K | 4.2% |
| Egypt | $489K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $437K | 3% |
| Malaysia | $433K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
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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 8479.89: Machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery (other types) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported specialized machinery (other types) worth $569.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery (other types) to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($145.5 million), followed by Singapore (13%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27.12 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $17.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery (other types) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $297.2 million in 2017 to $569.7 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $426.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export specialized machinery (other types)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $14.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, South Africa and China. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $555.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery (other types)?
The HS code for specialized machinery (other types) is subheading 8479.89. 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 8479 page.
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