Zinc slag exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $56.3 million of zinc slag in 2024 (35.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 106 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 158% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $56.3M | 35.3K t |
| 2023 | $21.8M | 13.4K t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 5.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports zinc slag to
One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+448% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $41.7M | 74% |
| Italy | $7.9M | 14% |
| India | $6.5M | 12% |
| France | $51K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $30K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.59 per kg, 42% above the world average of $1.12. 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 slag imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $367 thousand of zinc slag in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Morocco accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $327K | 89% |
| United States | $40K | 11% |
| China | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia zinc slag exports (HS 2620.19): 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 2620.19: Slag, ash and residues: (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly zinc, other than hard zinc spelter.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc slag exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported zinc slag worth $56.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 106 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 158% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc slag from Saudi Arabia?
Spain was the largest buyer with 74% of the value ($41.7 million), followed by Italy (14%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 448% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc slag per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.59 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $1.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of zinc slag from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $56.3 million in 2024, an increase of 453%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import zinc slag?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $367 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Morocco, the United States and China. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $55.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc slag?
The HS code for zinc slag is subheading 2620.19. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2620 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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