Acyclic aldehydes (other) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of acyclic aldehydes (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $11.0 million in 2024 (12.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.8 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 | $11.0M | 12.8K t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 13.1K t |
| 2022 | $17.6M | 13.9K t |
| 2021 | $23.8M | 12.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $13.5M | 18.5K t |
| 2018 | $13.1M | 13.9K t |
| 2017 | $7.7M | 11.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports acyclic aldehydes (other) to
China alone took 57% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.2M | 57% |
| Belgium | $4.4M | 40% |
| United Arab Emirates | $235K | 2.1% |
| Pakistan | $76K | 0.7% |
| Bahrain | $65K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $5K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 66% below the world average of $2.50, 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.
Acyclic aldehydes (other) imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $8.6 million of acyclic aldehydes (other) in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 62% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 18% |
| United States | $881K | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $517K | 6% |
| Vietnam | $165K | 1.9% |
| Singapore | $77K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $11K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia acyclic aldehydes (other) exports (HS 2912.19): 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 2912.19: Aldehydes: acyclic, without other oxygen function, n.e.c. in item no. 2912.1.
Common questions
What is the value of acyclic aldehydes (other) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported acyclic aldehydes (other) worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 83 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy acyclic aldehydes (other) from Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Belgium (40%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 181% on the year.
What is the average export price of acyclic aldehydes (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $2.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of acyclic aldehydes (other) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.7 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. The peak was 2021 at $23.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import acyclic aldehydes (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $8.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for acyclic aldehydes (other)?
The HS code for acyclic aldehydes (other) is subheading 2912.19. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2912 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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