Alkyd resins imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported alkyd resins worth $10.5 million (5.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 10% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $10.5M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $12.8M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 5.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 3.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports alkyd resins from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $7.1M | 67% |
| Egypt | $835K | 8% |
| Kuwait | $459K | 4.4% |
| Jordan | $401K | 3.8% |
| Spain | $366K | 3.5% |
| Taiwan | $325K | 3.1% |
| Gibraltar | $235K | 2.2% |
| China | $200K | 1.9% |
| Malaysia | $175K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $147K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.82 per kg, 20% below the world average of $2.28, 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.
Alkyd resins exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $9.0 million of alkyd resins in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (49%), Lebanon (13%), Jordan (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+536% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $4.4M | 49% |
| Lebanon | $1.2M | 13% |
| Jordan | $931K | 10% |
| Yemen | $647K | 7.2% |
| Syria | $414K | 4.6% |
| Mozambique | $361K | 4% |
| Qatar | $214K | 2.4% |
| United States | $170K | 1.9% |
| Zambia | $160K | 1.8% |
| Tanzania | $96K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia alkyd resins imports (HS 3907.50): 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 3907.50: Alkyd resins: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of alkyd resins imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported alkyd resins worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 180 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply alkyd resins to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Egypt (8%) and Kuwait (4%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 463% on the year.
What is the average import price of alkyd resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.82 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $2.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alkyd resins to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. The peak was 2022 at $12.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export alkyd resins?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $9.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Lebanon and Jordan. That compares with imports of $10.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for alkyd resins?
The HS code for alkyd resins is subheading 3907.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
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