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Saudi Arabia: Metal Skid Chain Market 2025

Metal Skid Chain Market Size in Saudi Arabia

In 2021, the Saudi metal skid chain market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. Metal skid chain consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Metal Skid Chain Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, metal skid chain production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 99% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Metal Skid Chain Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, shipments abroad of iron or steel skid chain decreased by -84.9% to X kg for the first time since 2011, thus ending a nine-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, showed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 117%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, metal skid chain exports declined notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 172%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X kg) was the main destination for metal skid chain exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 83% share of total exports. Moreover, metal skid chain exports to Kuwait exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Bahrain (X kg), sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Sudan (X kg), with a 3.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Kuwait totaled +65.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bahrain (-5.3% per year) and Sudan (+14.0% per year).

In value terms, Kuwait ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for iron or steel skid chain exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Sudan ($X), with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Bahrain, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Kuwait totaled +71.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Sudan (+66.8% per year) and Bahrain (+9.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average metal skid chain export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 118% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a prominent expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sudan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Kuwait ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sudan (+48.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Skid Chain Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2014, approx. X tons of iron or steel skid chain were imported into Saudi Arabia; picking up by 62% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 107%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2014 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, metal skid chain imports soared to $X in 2014. In general, imports saw a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2014, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest metal skid chain supplier to Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 70% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron or steel skid chain to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2014, the average metal skid chain import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 46% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2014, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2014, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2014, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+58.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron or steel skid chain in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of metal skid chain consumption in 2021 were China, Russia and the United States, together accounting for 54% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of iron or steel skid chain in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal skid chain production, accounting for 46% of total volume. Moreover, metal skid chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, fourfold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron or steel skid chain to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of metal skid chain to Saudi Arabia.

What are the leading importers of iron or steel skid chain from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Sudan remains the key foreign market for metal skid chain exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Switzerland, with a 12% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for iron or steel skid chain in Saudi Arabia?

The average metal skid chain export price stood at $4,502 per ton in 2021, rising by 5.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel skid chain in Saudi Arabia?

In 2014, the average metal skid chain import price amounted to $7,132 per ton, picking up by 99% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal skid chain 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 25931730 - Iron or steel skid chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, or other articles in which chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains - surveying chains

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