Crude palm kernel or babassu oil imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported crude palm kernel or babassu oil worth $16.5 million (12.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 81% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $49.9 million.
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 | $16.5M | 12.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.1M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $35.3M | 16.0K t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 9.1K t |
| 2020 | $736K | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $27.0M | 44.3K t |
| 2018 | $49.9M | 52.5K t |
| 2017 | $10.1M | 10.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports crude palm kernel or babassu oil from
One supplier dominates: Indonesia accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+138% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $13.6M | 83% |
| Malaysia | $2.9M | 18% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.36 per kg, close to the world average of $1.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Crude palm kernel or babassu oil exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $204 thousand of crude palm kernel or babassu oil in 2024 (178 tonnes). Yemen alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Yemen | $204K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia crude palm kernel or babassu oil imports (HS 1513.21): 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 1513.21: Vegetable oils: palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of crude palm kernel or babassu oil imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported crude palm kernel or babassu oil worth $16.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 112 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 81% on 2023.
Which countries supply crude palm kernel or babassu oil to Saudi Arabia?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($13.6 million), followed by Malaysia (17%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of crude palm kernel or babassu oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.36 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of crude palm kernel or babassu oil to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.1 million in 2017 to $16.5 million in 2024, an increase of 63%. The peak was 2018 at $49.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export crude palm kernel or babassu oil?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $204 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Yemen. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $16.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for crude palm kernel or babassu oil?
The HS code for crude palm kernel or babassu oil is subheading 1513.21. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1513 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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