Sodium hydroxide solid exports from Qatar: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Qatar exported sodium hydroxide solid worth $28.0 million (43.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 122 countries. That is 21% less than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 427% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $45.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $28.0M | 43.1K t |
| 2023 | $35.3M | 42.5K t |
| 2022 | $45.7M | 45.7K t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 22.8K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 8.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $1K | 0 t |
Where Qatar exports sodium hydroxide solid to
The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (40%), Ukraine (11%), Turkey (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Ukraine grew fastest (+394% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.65 per kg, close to the world average of $0.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sodium hydroxide solid imports to Qatar
Qatar imported $374 thousand of sodium hydroxide solid in 2024 (431 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+313% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $207K | 55% |
| Japan | $57K | 15% |
| Finland | $37K | 9.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $31K | 8.3% |
| China | $23K | 6.1% |
| India | $19K | 5% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar sodium hydroxide solid exports (HS 2815.11): 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 2815.11: Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda): solid.
Common questions
What is the value of sodium hydroxide solid exported by Qatar?
Qatar exported sodium hydroxide solid worth $28.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 122 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy sodium hydroxide solid from Qatar?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($11.3 million), followed by Ukraine (11%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 47 buyer countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 394% on the year.
What is the average export price of sodium hydroxide solid per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.65 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sodium hydroxide solid from Qatar changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1 thousand in 2018 to $28.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $45.7 million. Over 7 years the average was $18.8 million a year.
Does Qatar also import sodium hydroxide solid?
Yes. Qatar imported $374 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, Japan and Finland. On balance Qatar is a net exporter of this product, by about $27.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for sodium hydroxide solid?
The HS code for sodium hydroxide solid is subheading 2815.11. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2815 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Qatar. Tell us your product to see it live.
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