Worked mica articles imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $2.9 million of worked mica articles in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $2.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 239 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 552 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 411 t |
| 2020 | $298K | 29 t |
| 2019 | $375K | 26 t |
| 2018 | $353K | 12 t |
| 2017 | $286K | 28 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports worked mica articles from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+512% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.9M | 66% |
| India | $169K | 5.8% |
| Austria | $153K | 5.2% |
| Germany | $96K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $83K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $81K | 2.8% |
| Finland | $76K | 2.6% |
| Poland | $64K | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $47K | 1.6% |
| United States | $36K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.84 per kg, 74% below the world average of $11.11, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia worked mica articles imports (HS 6814.90): 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 6814.90: Mica: worked mica and articles of mica (excluding plates, sheets and strips) whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of worked mica articles imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported worked mica articles worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 170 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply worked mica articles to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by India (6%) and Austria (5%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 512% on the year.
What is the average import price of worked mica articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.84 per kg in 2024, 74% below the world average of $11.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of worked mica articles to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $286 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 921%. The peak was 2022 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for worked mica articles?
The HS code for worked mica articles is subheading 6814.90. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6814 page.
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