Eastern Province at a glance
- Sea transit from India
- 6-10 days, Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) → DammamEstimate
Where brass & metal handicrafts buyers are in Eastern Province
| City | Gateway | Matching buyer sectors |
|---|---|---|
| Dammam | King Abdulaziz Port, Dammam (Arabian Gulf; largest Saudi Gulf-coast port) · King Fahd Inte | oil & gas contractors (industrial supplies, HORECA |
| Jubail | Jubail Commercial Port & King Fahd Industrial Port · King Fahd International Dammam (DMM) | petrochemical plant contractors & MRO suppliers, industrial canteens/HORECA |
| Khobar | King Abdulaziz Port Dammam (adjacent) · King Fahd International Dammam (DMM) | Aramco-contractor supply, expatriate retail & HORECA |
Buyer sectors are our market assessment from city economic profiles; they show where demand is documented, not named customers.
Brass & Metal Handicrafts for Eastern Province: typical specification
| Parameter | Typical export value |
|---|---|
| Metals | Brass, aluminium (cast/sheet), iron, copper, EPNS, stainless steel (typical) |
| Finishes | Antique brass, nickel, gold/silver plating, copper, powder coat, enamel, lacquer (typical) |
| Lacquer | Clear protective lacquer for tarnish resistance (typical) |
| Food contact | Barware/serveware: lead-free, food-safe plating or lining where required (typical) |
| Packaging | Drop-test-passed export cartons (ISTA on request) (typical) |
Agreed per contract and confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Wholesale and trade hubs in Eastern Province
Distribution points where imported goods are traded in the province:
- King Abdulaziz Port, Dammam Industrial City 1-3 (MODON), Dammam central vegetable market, Al Khobar souks, Jubail-Dammam corridor (Dammam)
- metro (Dammam-Khobar-Dhahran) 2,638,166 per Wikipedia 2022 table (Dammam)
- Jubail Industrial City (Royal Commission for Jubail & Yanbu), Jubail Commercial Port, Jubail 2 industrial expansion, PlasChem Park (Jubail)
- Al Khobar Corniche retail, Rakah / Thuqbah trading areas, Dammam-Khobar industrial belt (Khobar)
Frequently asked questions
Which cities in Eastern Province buy brass & metal handicrafts from India?
Dammam (oil & gas contractors (industrial supplies, HORECA); Jubail (petrochemical plant contractors & MRO suppliers, industrial canteens/HORECA); Khobar (Aramco-contractor supply, expatriate retail & HORECA).
Which port serves Eastern Province for shipments from India?
King Abdulaziz Port Dammam and Jubail Commercial Port & King Fahd Industrial Port, about 6-10 days at sea from Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) (estimate). Inland delivery to other cities in the province is by road on DAP terms.
Can you deliver to more than one city in Eastern Province?
Yes. Split deliveries from one container are possible on DAP terms through partner forwarders, priced per drop.
Will brass decor tarnish?
Unlacquered brass develops a patina. A clear lacquer coat keeps the finish for longer.
Can you make our designs?
Yes. Send drawings or samples, approve a pre-production sample, and bulk follows.
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Brass & Metal Handicrafts for Eastern Province: request a quote
Quantity, grade and delivery city are enough to start.