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Saudi imports of ceramic tiles fall amid local growth
Saudi Arabia's imports of ceramics, tiles, and porcelain declined by 7.5% in 2025, amounting to approximately 2.03 million tons, despite the continued increase in demand driven by urban development and infrastructure projects. This decrease is attributed to the implementation of customs duties and anti-dumping measures on imports from China and India, with tariffs ranging from 17.6% to 106%. Meanwhile, domestic production capacity has increased, producing around 620 million square meters annually compared to an estimated local consumption of 300 million square meters, thereby enhancing local factories’ ability to meet demand and reducing reliance on imports. Despite the rise in customs data, the Saudi market remains diverse in sourcing, with China and regional and European sources maintaining a relative share. The demand continues to grow, supported by infrastructure and development projects. In the first half of 2026, imports reached approximately 815,500 tons, while the market still witnesses expanding local production and commercial changes aimed at diversifying supply sources.
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