Aromatic hydrocarbons (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aromatic hydrocarbons (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $15.9 million in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 65% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $15.9M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $15.6M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 781 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 703 t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 937 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports aromatic hydrocarbons (other) from
The largest suppliers were United States (39%), Denmark (13%), Taiwan (9%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+281% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.2M | 39% |
| Denmark | $2.1M | 14% |
| Taiwan | $1.5M | 9.5% |
| India | $1.5M | 9.2% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 9.2% |
| China | $929K | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $752K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $710K | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $203K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $147K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.07 per kg, close to the world average of $2.35.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aromatic hydrocarbons (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported aromatic hydrocarbons (other) worth $6.7 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+812% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.5M | 52% |
| United States | $2.4M | 36% |
| South Korea | $434K | 6.5% |
| Germany | $242K | 3.6% |
| Thailand | $71K | 1.1% |
| Bahrain | $14K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $8K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.1% |
| France | $4K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia aromatic hydrocarbons (other) imports (HS 2902.90): 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 2902.90: Cyclic hydrocarbons: n.e.c. in heading no. 2902.
Common questions
What is the value of aromatic hydrocarbons (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported aromatic hydrocarbons (other) worth $15.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 151 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 65% on 2023.
Which countries supply aromatic hydrocarbons (other) to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Denmark (13%) and Taiwan (9%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 281% on the year.
What is the average import price of aromatic hydrocarbons (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.07 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $2.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aromatic hydrocarbons (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $15.9 million in 2024, an increase of 473%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export aromatic hydrocarbons (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, the United States and South Korea. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for aromatic hydrocarbons (other)?
The HS code for aromatic hydrocarbons (other) is subheading 2902.90. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2902 page.
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