Surveying instrument parts imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported surveying instrument parts worth $126.5 million (957 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 212 countries for imports of this product. That is 9% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $126.5M | 957 t |
| 2023 | $138.4M | 817 t |
| 2022 | $138.0M | 940 t |
| 2021 | $134.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $83.9M | 719 t |
| 2019 | $118.0M | 562 t |
| 2018 | $106.4M | 614 t |
| 2017 | $56.4M | 305 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports surveying instrument parts from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $72.4M | 57% |
| China | $9.2M | 7.3% |
| Singapore | $7.5M | 5.9% |
| Japan | $6.3M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $5.9M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $4.4M | 3.5% |
| France | $3.8M | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.7M | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $1.8M | 1.4% |
| Bahrain | $1.7M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $132.22 per kg, close to the world average of $111.72.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Surveying instrument parts exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of surveying instrument parts by Saudi Arabia reached $51.5 million in 2024 (353 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+585% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $30.3M | 59% |
| France | $4.7M | 9.2% |
| Egypt | $2.8M | 5.4% |
| Oman | $1.9M | 3.7% |
| Bahrain | $1.6M | 3.1% |
| Turkmenistan | $1.4M | 2.7% |
| United States | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Libya | $886K | 1.7% |
| Kuwait | $669K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $655K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia surveying instrument parts imports (HS 9015.90): 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 9015.90: Surveying equipment: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instrument parts imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported surveying instrument parts worth $126.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 957 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 212 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instrument parts to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($72.4 million), followed by China (7%) and Singapore (6%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 77 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 133% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instrument parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $132.22 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $111.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of surveying instrument parts to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $56.4 million in 2017 to $126.5 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. The peak was 2023 at $138.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $112.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export surveying instrument parts?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $51.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, France and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $75.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instrument parts?
The HS code for surveying instrument parts is subheading 9015.90. 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 9015 page.
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