Liquid and cream soap imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Qatar imported $2.6 million of liquid and cream soap in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is 55% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.1 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 | $2.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $8.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 5.5K t |
Where Qatar imports liquid and cream soap from
The largest suppliers were Indonesia (28%), United Arab Emirates (13%), Turkey (13%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+649% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $735K | 28% |
| United Arab Emirates | $333K | 13% |
| Turkey | $329K | 13% |
| Thailand | $275K | 11% |
| China | $137K | 5.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $129K | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $115K | 4.5% |
| Jordan | $82K | 3.2% |
| Philippines | $72K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $72K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, close to the world average of $1.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Liquid and cream soap exports from Qatar
Qatar exported $580 thousand of liquid and cream soap in 2024 (541 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+214% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $553K | 96% |
| Kuwait | $25K | 4.3% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar liquid and cream soap imports (HS 3401.20): 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 3401.20: Soap: in forms n.e.c. in item no. 3401.11.
Common questions
What is the value of liquid and cream soap imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported liquid and cream soap worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply liquid and cream soap to Qatar?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($734 thousand), followed by the United Arab Emirates (13%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 649% on the year.
What is the average import price of liquid and cream soap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $1.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of liquid and cream soap to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 52%. The peak was 2022 at $8.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
Does Qatar also export liquid and cream soap?
Yes. Qatar exported $580 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Kenya. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for liquid and cream soap?
The HS code for liquid and cream soap is subheading 3401.20. 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 3401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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