Amino acids (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $25.0 million of amino acids (other) in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 142% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $25.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $10.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 1.4K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports amino acids (other) from
The largest suppliers were Singapore (28%), China (25%), Ireland (15%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $6.9M | 28% |
| China | $6.2M | 25% |
| Ireland | $3.7M | 15% |
| Belgium | $3.3M | 13% |
| United States | $1.7M | 6.8% |
| India | $1.6M | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $606K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $300K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $292K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $194K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.88 per kg, 59% above the world average of $4.33. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Amino acids (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported amino acids (other) worth $663 thousand (121 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $364K | 55% |
| United Arab Emirates | $138K | 21% |
| Qatar | $81K | 12% |
| Kuwait | $79K | 12% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia amino acids (other) imports (HS 2922.49): 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 2922.49: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their esters: salts thereof, excluding lysine, glutamic acid, anthranalic acid and tilidine, their esters and salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of amino acids (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported amino acids (other) worth $25.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 188 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 142% on 2023.
Which countries supply amino acids (other) to Saudi Arabia?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by China (25%) and Ireland (15%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 423% on the year.
What is the average import price of amino acids (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.88 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $4.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of amino acids (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $25.0 million in 2024, an increase of 230%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export amino acids (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $663 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $24.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for amino acids (other)?
The HS code for amino acids (other) is subheading 2922.49. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2922 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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