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Saudi Arabia: Optical Radiation Instruments Market 2025

Optical Radiation Instruments Market Size in Saudi Arabia

After two years of growth, the Saudi optical radiation instruments market decreased by -17.1% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Optical Radiation Instruments Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, optical radiation instruments production expanded slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 19%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Optical Radiation Instruments Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

Optical radiation instruments exports from Saudi Arabia declined dramatically to X units in 2022, which is down by -21.4% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 866% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, optical radiation instruments exports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 623%. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X units), the UK (X units) and Bahrain (X units) were the main destinations of optical radiation instruments exports from Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 48% of total exports. The United States, Germany, France and Kuwait lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +30.4%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), Germany ($X) and the UK ($X) were the largest markets for optical radiation instruments exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, together accounting for 63% of total exports. Bahrain, the United States, Kuwait and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the United States, with a CAGR of +36.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average optical radiation instruments export price amounted to $X per unit, shrinking by -13% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 110%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to France ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+33.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Optical Radiation Instruments Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

Optical radiation instruments imports into Saudi Arabia amounted to less than X units in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. In general, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, optical radiation instruments imports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 93%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Import Prices by Country

The average optical radiation instruments import price stood at less than $X per thousand units in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per thousand units), while the price for Spain ($X per thousand units) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+6.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for instruments using optical radiations in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of optical radiation instruments consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 41% share of global consumption. Germany, Russia, Japan, the Netherlands, France, the UK, South Korea, Canada, Spain and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

What are the largest producers of instruments using optical radiations in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of optical radiation instruments production, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, optical radiation instruments production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with an 8.3% share.

What are the leading importers of instruments using optical radiations from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for optical radiation instruments exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 48% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by Vietnam, with a 9.1% share.

What is the average export price for instruments using optical radiations in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average optical radiation instruments export price amounted to $436 per unit, falling by -11.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the optical radiation instruments market in Saudi Arabia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 26515350 - Instruments and apparatus using optical radiations, n.e.c.

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024