Welded stainless tube imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported welded stainless tube worth $34.2 million (10.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 34% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $51.6 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 | $34.2M | 10.9K t |
| 2023 | $51.6M | 8.1K t |
| 2022 | $47.9M | 8.8K t |
| 2021 | $49.0M | 12.4K t |
| 2020 | $42.7M | 10.3K t |
| 2019 | $43.4M | 12.4K t |
| 2018 | $38.1M | 10.6K t |
| 2017 | $42.1M | 12.8K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports welded stainless tube from
Most of the value came from China (29%), Taiwan (24%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+886% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.8M | 29% |
| Taiwan | $8.2M | 24% |
| India | $5.5M | 16% |
| Italy | $5.0M | 15% |
| United States | $2.9M | 8.6% |
| Turkey | $569K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $442K | 1.3% |
| Finland | $433K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $401K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $154K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.14 per kg, 27% below the world average of $4.28, 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.
Welded stainless tube exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported welded stainless tube worth $1.1 million (331 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Jordan accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $565K | 50% |
| Sudan | $210K | 19% |
| United Arab Emirates | $185K | 16% |
| Singapore | $78K | 6.9% |
| Oman | $31K | 2.7% |
| India | $25K | 2.2% |
| China | $15K | 1.4% |
| Qatar | $9K | 0.8% |
| Slovenia | $5K | 0.5% |
| Bahrain | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia welded stainless tube imports (HS 7306.40): 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 7306.40: Steel, stainless: tubes, pipes and hollow profiles, welded, of circular cross-section, n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded stainless tube imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported welded stainless tube worth $34.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 208 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded stainless tube to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($9.8 million), followed by Taiwan (24%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 886% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded stainless tube per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.14 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $4.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of welded stainless tube to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.1 million in 2017 to $34.2 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2023 at $51.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $43.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export welded stainless tube?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, Sudan and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $33.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded stainless tube?
The HS code for welded stainless tube is subheading 7306.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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