Waffles and wafers imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported waffles and wafers worth $309.0 million (51.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 222 countries. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $309.0M | 51.6K t |
| 2023 | $262.4M | 46.8K t |
| 2022 | $238.2M | 45.6K t |
| 2021 | $174.8M | 30.2K t |
| 2020 | $185.8M | 32.2K t |
| 2019 | $197.9M | 35.1K t |
| 2018 | $183.7M | 33.5K t |
| 2017 | $111.5M | 20.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports waffles and wafers from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (36%), Italy (28%), Poland (10%). Among the main suppliers, Croatia grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $110.7M | 36% |
| Italy | $86.6M | 28% |
| Poland | $32.2M | 10% |
| Turkey | $19.8M | 6.4% |
| Croatia | $9.1M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $5.7M | 1.9% |
| Romania | $5.2M | 1.7% |
| Greece | $4.5M | 1.5% |
| Austria | $3.6M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.99 per kg, 22% above the world average of $4.91. 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.
Waffles and wafers exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $14.1 million of waffles and wafers in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Bahrain (36%), United Arab Emirates (15%), Egypt (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+370% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia waffles and wafers imports (HS 1905.32): 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 1905.32: Food preparations: waffles and wafers, whether or not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of waffles and wafers imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported waffles and wafers worth $309.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 51.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 222 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply waffles and wafers to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($110.7 million), followed by Italy (28%) and Poland (10%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 462% on the year.
What is the average import price of waffles and wafers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.99 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $4.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of waffles and wafers to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $111.5 million in 2017 to $309.0 million in 2024, an increase of 177%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $207.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export waffles and wafers?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $14.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $294.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for waffles and wafers?
The HS code for waffles and wafers is subheading 1905.32. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1905 page.
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