Polystyrene resin imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polystyrene resin by Oman reached $2.2 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 50% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.7 million.
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 | $2.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 4.5K t |
Where Oman imports polystyrene resin from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (41%), India (23%), Pakistan (15%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $883K | 41% |
| India | $490K | 23% |
| Pakistan | $326K | 15% |
| Taiwan | $271K | 13% |
| China | $181K | 8.4% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, close to the world average of $1.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polystyrene resin exports from Oman
Exports of polystyrene resin by Oman reached $201 thousand in 2024 (557 tonnes). Malaysia alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $201K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman polystyrene resin imports (HS 3903.19): 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 3903.19: Styrene polymers: (other than expansible polystyrene), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polystyrene resin imported by Oman?
Oman imported polystyrene resin worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 193 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply polystyrene resin to Oman?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($883 thousand), followed by India (23%) and Pakistan (15%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of polystyrene resin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $1.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polystyrene resin to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 68%. The peak was 2017 at $6.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Oman also export polystyrene resin?
Yes. Oman exported $201 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia. On balance Oman is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polystyrene resin?
The HS code for polystyrene resin is subheading 3903.19. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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