Zinc-coated welded mesh imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $10.1 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 66% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $12.7 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 | $10.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $12.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $7.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 2.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports zinc-coated welded mesh from
Most of the value came from China (49%), Italy (44%), United Arab Emirates (2%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.9M | 49% |
| Italy | $4.5M | 44% |
| United Arab Emirates | $198K | 2% |
| South Africa | $166K | 1.6% |
| Bahrain | $120K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $98K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $65K | 0.6% |
| Qatar | $56K | 0.6% |
| India | $7K | 0.1% |
| France | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.65 per kg, 54% above the world average of $1.72. 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.
Zinc-coated welded mesh exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $763 thousand of zinc-coated welded mesh in 2024 (657 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 92% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $699K | 92% |
| Bahrain | $32K | 4.2% |
| Oman | $26K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia zinc-coated welded mesh imports (HS 7314.31): 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 7314.31: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated welded mesh imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 207 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc-coated welded mesh to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by Italy (44%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc-coated welded mesh per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $1.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of zinc-coated welded mesh to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024, an increase of 238%. The peak was 2022 at $12.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export zinc-coated welded mesh?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $763 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Oman. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated welded mesh?
The HS code for zinc-coated welded mesh is subheading 7314.31. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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