Vehicle steering components imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle steering components by Saudi Arabia reached $31.5 million in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 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 | $31.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $35.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $22.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $30.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $29.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $27.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $20.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 1.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports vehicle steering components from
Most of the value came from Japan (38%), China (32%), South Korea (8%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+288% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $12.0M | 38% |
| China | $10.0M | 32% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 8% |
| United States | $1.4M | 4.4% |
| Thailand | $1.3M | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $1.1M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $795K | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $657K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $212K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $171K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.11 per kg, 41% below the world average of $15.39, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle steering components exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of vehicle steering components by Saudi Arabia reached $463 thousand in 2024 (45 tonnes). Most of it went to Oman (38%), United Arab Emirates (34%), Egypt (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Oman | $178K | 39% |
| United Arab Emirates | $158K | 34% |
| Egypt | $58K | 12% |
| Spain | $13K | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $11K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $10K | 2.2% |
| Austria | $9K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $8K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia vehicle steering components imports (HS 8708.94): 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 8708.94: Vehicle parts: steering wheels, steering columns and steering boxes: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle steering components imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported vehicle steering components worth $31.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle steering components to Saudi Arabia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by China (32%) and South Korea (8%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 288% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle steering components per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.11 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $15.39 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 steering components to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $31.5 million in 2024, an increase of 99%. The peak was 2023 at $35.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export vehicle steering components?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $463 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Oman, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $31.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle steering components?
The HS code for vehicle steering components is subheading 8708.94. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
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