Urea-formaldehyde resins imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of urea-formaldehyde resins by Oman reached $6.6 million in 2024 (18.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 265% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 48% 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 | $6.6M | 18.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $100K | 64 t |
| 2021 | $197K | 97 t |
| 2020 | $79K | 34 t |
| 2019 | $29K | 17 t |
| 2018 | $226K | 217 t |
| 2017 | $431K | 311 t |
Where Oman imports urea-formaldehyde resins from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+274% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $6.4M | 98% |
| Pakistan | $120K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.35 per kg, 45% below the world average of $0.64, 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.
Urea-formaldehyde resins exports from Oman
In 2024, Oman exported urea-formaldehyde resins worth $8.3 million (14.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Cambodia grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $6.4M | 78% |
| Cambodia | $981K | 12% |
| Kenya | $730K | 8.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $81K | 1% |
| Indonesia | $69K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman urea-formaldehyde resins imports (HS 3909.10): 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 3909.10: Amino-resins: urea and thiourea resins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of urea-formaldehyde resins imported by Oman?
Oman imported urea-formaldehyde resins worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 169 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 265% on 2023.
Which countries supply urea-formaldehyde resins to Oman?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Pakistan (2%) and the United Kingdom (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 955% on the year.
What is the average import price of urea-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.35 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $0.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of urea-formaldehyde resins to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $430 thousand in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
Does Oman also export urea-formaldehyde resins?
Yes. Oman exported $8.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Cambodia and Kenya. That compares with imports of $6.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for urea-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for urea-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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