Acyclic ethers (other) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported acyclic ethers (other) worth $1.49 billion (1.26 million tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 75 countries for exports of this product. That is 42% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average.
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 | $1.49B | 1.26M t |
| 2023 | $1.05B | 486.5K t |
| 2022 | $1.54B | 1.38M t |
| 2021 | $716.0M | 1.08M t |
| 2020 | $541.7M | 1.20M t |
| 2019 | $716.8M | 1.06M t |
| 2018 | $798.6M | 1.03M t |
| 2017 | $224.4M | 331.7K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports acyclic ethers (other) to
Most of it went to Singapore (47%), United Arab Emirates (25%), Taiwan (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+363% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $701.3M | 47% |
| United Arab Emirates | $365.8M | 25% |
| Taiwan | $78.6M | 5.3% |
| Oman | $76.2M | 5.1% |
| Malaysia | $65.5M | 4.4% |
| Jordan | $63.5M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $47.5M | 3.2% |
| Malta | $25.4M | 1.7% |
| Cyprus | $18.2M | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $17.2M | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, close to the world average of $1.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acyclic ethers (other) imports to Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported acyclic ethers (other) worth $22.7 million (18.6 thousand tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone supplied 86% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+405% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $19.6M | 86% |
| China | $2.2M | 9.7% |
| India | $579K | 2.5% |
| France | $224K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $59K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $22K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $20K | 0.1% |
| Poland | $14K | 0.1% |
| United States | $11K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia acyclic ethers (other) exports (HS 2909.19): 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 2909.19: Ethers: acyclic, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, other than diethyl ether.
Common questions
What is the value of acyclic ethers (other) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported acyclic ethers (other) worth $1.49 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.26 million tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 75 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries buy acyclic ethers (other) from Saudi Arabia?
Singapore was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($701.3 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (25%) and Taiwan (5%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 363% on the year.
What is the average export price of acyclic ethers (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $1.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of acyclic ethers (other) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $224.4 million in 2017 to $1.49 billion in 2024, an increase of 563%. The peak was 2022 at $1.54 billion. Over 8 years the average was $884.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import acyclic ethers (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $22.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Arab Emirates, China and India. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.46 billion a year.
What is the HS code for acyclic ethers (other)?
The HS code for acyclic ethers (other) is subheading 2909.19. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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