Non-ionic surfactant imports in Jordan: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of non-ionic surfactant by Jordan reached $25.7 million in 2024 (15.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25.7M | 15.9K t |
| 2023 | $22.0M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $25.6M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $23.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $16.5M | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $15.9M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $17.9M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $10.9M | 5.1K t |
Where Jordan imports non-ionic surfactant from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), Malaysia (17%), South Korea (7%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+553% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.0M | 47% |
| Malaysia | $4.3M | 17% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 7.4% |
| Sweden | $1.8M | 6.9% |
| India | $1.4M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $659K | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $609K | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $603K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $462K | 1.8% |
| Taiwan | $398K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.61 per kg, 39% below the world average of $2.64, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Non-ionic surfactant exports from Jordan
Jordan exported $1.5 million of non-ionic surfactant in 2024 (906 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 85% |
| Israel | $145K | 9.5% |
| Kuwait | $66K | 4.3% |
| Lebanon | $13K | 0.9% |
| Tunisia | $2K | 0.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Jordan?
The shipment records behind Jordan non-ionic surfactant imports (HS 3402.13): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3402.13: Organic surface-active agents: non-ionic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of non-ionic surfactant imported by Jordan?
Jordan imported non-ionic surfactant worth $25.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-ionic surfactant to Jordan?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by Malaysia (17%) and South Korea (7%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 553% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-ionic surfactant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.61 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $2.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-ionic surfactant to Jordan changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.9 million in 2017 to $25.7 million in 2024, an increase of 136%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.7 million a year.
Does Jordan also export non-ionic surfactant?
Yes. Jordan exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Israel and Kuwait. On balance Jordan is a net importer of this product, by about $24.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-ionic surfactant?
The HS code for non-ionic surfactant is subheading 3402.13. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
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