Vehicle hardware imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle hardware by Saudi Arabia reached $18.9 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 45% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $34.3 million.
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 | $18.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $34.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $28.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $24.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $19.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $20.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 840 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 449 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports vehicle hardware from
Most of the value came from China (21%), Japan (21%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 21% |
| Japan | $3.9M | 21% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 11% |
| United States | $1.8M | 9.7% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 6.3% |
| Bahrain | $1.1M | 5.9% |
| Mexico | $1.1M | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $772K | 4.1% |
| India | $494K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $480K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.00 per kg, close to the world average of $8.30.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle hardware exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported vehicle hardware worth $759 thousand (190 tonnes). Most of it went to Sudan (38%), Iraq (37%), Kuwait (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+412% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $291K | 38% |
| Iraq | $279K | 37% |
| Kuwait | $63K | 8.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $39K | 5.1% |
| Qatar | $25K | 3.4% |
| Bahrain | $20K | 2.7% |
| Yemen | $18K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $10K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $7K | 0.9% |
| Oman | $4K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia vehicle hardware imports (HS 8302.30): 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 8302.30: Mountings, fittings and similar articles: for motor vehicles, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle hardware imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported vehicle hardware worth $18.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle hardware to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Japan (21%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 61% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle hardware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.00 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $8.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vehicle hardware to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $18.9 million in 2024, an increase of 285%. The peak was 2023 at $34.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export vehicle hardware?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $759 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sudan, Iraq and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $18.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle hardware?
The HS code for vehicle hardware is subheading 8302.30. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8302 page.
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