Specialized photographic cameras imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized photographic cameras by Saudi Arabia reached $2.4 million in 2024 (22 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 14% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $2.4M | 22 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 5 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 29 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 2 t |
| 2019 | $417K | 1 t |
| 2018 | $461K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 0 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports specialized photographic cameras from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+604% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.7M | 69% |
| China | $249K | 10% |
| Canada | $140K | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $89K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $75K | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $43K | 1.8% |
| Hong Kong | $30K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $28K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $25K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $15K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $111.25 per kg, 72% above the world average of $64.60. 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.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia specialized photographic cameras imports (HS 9006.30): 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 9006.30: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs: comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized photographic cameras imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported specialized photographic cameras worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 168 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized photographic cameras to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by China (10%) and Canada (6%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 828% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized photographic cameras per kg?
The average declared import value was about $111.25 per kg in 2024, 72% above the world average of $64.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of specialized photographic cameras to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 113%. The peak was 2023 at $2.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized photographic cameras?
The HS code for specialized photographic cameras is subheading 9006.30. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9006 page.
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