Variable resistors and rheostats imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported variable resistors and rheostats worth $4.5 million (75 tonnes). Value rose 30% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $4.5M | 75 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 70 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 238 t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 79 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 21 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 24 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 17 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 45 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports variable resistors and rheostats from
The largest suppliers were United States (34%), Germany (15%), United Kingdom (13%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.5M | 34% |
| Germany | $664K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $582K | 13% |
| China | $441K | 9.8% |
| Canada | $198K | 4.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $188K | 4.2% |
| India | $187K | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $170K | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $87K | 1.9% |
| France | $80K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $60.11 per kg, 33% above the world average of $45.32. 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.
Variable resistors and rheostats exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported variable resistors and rheostats worth $574 thousand (5 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 57% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $328K | 57% |
| United Kingdom | $166K | 29% |
| Yemen | $64K | 11% |
| Malta | $5K | 0.9% |
| Qatar | $5K | 0.9% |
| India | $4K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0.2% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia variable resistors and rheostats imports (HS 8533.40): 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 8533.40: Electrical resistors: variable, including rheostats and potentiometers (excluding heating).
Common questions
What is the value of variable resistors and rheostats imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported variable resistors and rheostats worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 75 tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply variable resistors and rheostats to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Germany (15%) and the United Kingdom (13%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 159% on the year.
What is the average import price of variable resistors and rheostats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $60.11 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $45.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of variable resistors and rheostats to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export variable resistors and rheostats?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $574 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and Yemen. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for variable resistors and rheostats?
The HS code for variable resistors and rheostats is subheading 8533.40. 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 8533 page.
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