Cyclohexane exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of cyclohexane by Saudi Arabia reached $255.5 million in 2024 (225.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 61 countries. That is 21% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $349.9 million.
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 | $255.5M | 225.0K t |
| 2023 | $211.4M | 186.1K t |
| 2022 | $340.6M | 261.5K t |
| 2021 | $334.3M | 321.6K t |
| 2020 | $124.1M | 202.7K t |
| 2019 | $297.6M | 377.7K t |
| 2018 | $349.9M | 349.7K t |
| 2017 | $291.6M | 315.7K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports cyclohexane to
One buyer market dominates: Belgium accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $207.1M | 81% |
| France | $38.2M | 15% |
| Spain | $5.0M | 2% |
| Germany | $4.4M | 1.7% |
| Egypt | $277K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $162K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $155K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $61K | 0% |
| United States | $33K | 0% |
| Tunisia | $26K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.14 per kg, close to the world average of $1.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cyclohexane imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of cyclohexane by Saudi Arabia reached $553 thousand in 2024 (300 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+904% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $417K | 76% |
| South Korea | $62K | 11% |
| Germany | $22K | 4% |
| France | $22K | 4% |
| Spain | $13K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 2% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.5% |
| India | $2K | 0.4% |
| United States | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia cyclohexane exports (HS 2902.11): 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 2902.11: Cyclic hydrocarbons: cyclohexane.
Common questions
What is the value of cyclohexane exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported cyclohexane worth $255.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 225.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 61 countries worldwide, with 31% of world exports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy cyclohexane from Saudi Arabia?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 81% of the value ($207.1 million), followed by France (15%) and Spain (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average export price of cyclohexane per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.14 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $1.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of cyclohexane from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $291.6 million in 2017 to $255.5 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2018 at $349.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $275.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import cyclohexane?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $553 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Korea and Germany. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $254.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cyclohexane?
The HS code for cyclohexane is subheading 2902.11. 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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