Who buys vitrified & ceramic tiles in Riyadh
Buyer sectors in Riyadh relevant to vitrified & ceramic tiles: government & mega-project contractors (construction materials.
- Trade hub: Al Aziziyah wholesale fruit & vegetable market, Riyadh Dry Port (Sulay), Industrial City 1 & 2 (MODON), Batha / Al Dirah old trade district, Riyadh Central Market, SPARK (King Salman Energy Park, between Riyadh and Dammam)
Buyer-sector notes are our market assessment; wholesale market names are checked where marked in our data.
Vitrified & Ceramic Tiles for Riyadh buyers: typical specification
| Parameter | Typical export value |
|---|---|
| Water absorption | ≤ 0.5% for vitrified/porcelain (ISO 13006 Group BIa); 10-20% for ceramic wall tiles (typical) |
| Sizes | 600x600, 600x1200, 800x800, 800x1600, 1200x2400 mm; wall 300x450, 300x600 (typical) |
| Thickness | 8-9 mm (600x600), 9-15 mm slabs, 20 mm outdoor (typical) |
| Modulus of rupture | ≥ 35 N/mm² for BIa (ISO 13006, typical) |
| Finish | Glossy, satin, matt, carving, sugar/lappato, anti-slip R10-R11 (typical) |
Agreed per contract and confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How long does vitrified & ceramic tiles take to reach Riyadh from India?
About 6-10 days at sea from Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) to Dammam, plus inland and clearance time (estimate).
Where are the wholesale markets for imported food and goods in Riyadh?
Al Aziziyah wholesale fruit & vegetable market, Riyadh Dry Port (Sulay), Industrial City 1 & 2 (MODON), Batha / Al Dirah old trade district, Riyadh Central Market, SPARK (King Salman Energy Park, between Riyadh and Dammam).
Can you deliver vitrified & ceramic tiles door-to-door in Riyadh?
Yes on DAP terms through partner forwarders, provided the importer of record in Saudi Arabia handles customs clearance.
What is the difference between vitrified and ceramic tiles?
Vitrified/porcelain tiles have water absorption of 0.5% or less, so they are dense and strong for floors. Ceramic wall tiles are more porous and lighter.
Do EU anti-dumping duties apply?
Yes. Indian ceramic tiles carry producer-specific EU anti-dumping duties, so the rate depends on the factory.
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