Denatured alcohol imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported denatured alcohol worth $19.5 million (14.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 43% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 46% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $34.0 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 | $19.5M | 14.6K t |
| 2023 | $34.0M | 28.4K t |
| 2022 | $10.6M | 7.7K t |
| 2021 | $16.5M | 14.1K t |
| 2020 | $20.0M | 18.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 16.2K t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 7.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 1.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports denatured alcohol from
Most of the value came from France (41%), Pakistan (23%), United States (18%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $8.0M | 41% |
| Pakistan | $4.4M | 23% |
| United States | $3.4M | 18% |
| Spain | $996K | 5.1% |
| Egypt | $771K | 4% |
| South Korea | $474K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $391K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $291K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $215K | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $190K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.34 per kg, 31% above the world average of $1.02. 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.
Denatured alcohol exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $1.3 million of denatured alcohol in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). United Kingdom alone took 71% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $948K | 71% |
| Kenya | $197K | 15% |
| Tanzania | $121K | 9.1% |
| Libya | $27K | 2.1% |
| Yemen | $21K | 1.6% |
| Bahrain | $15K | 1.1% |
| Qatar | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia denatured alcohol imports (HS 2207.20): 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 2207.20: Ethyl alcohol and other spirits: denatured, of any strength.
Common questions
What is the value of denatured alcohol imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported denatured alcohol worth $19.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply denatured alcohol to Saudi Arabia?
France was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Pakistan (23%) and the United States (18%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average import price of denatured alcohol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.34 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $1.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of denatured alcohol to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $19.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $34.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export denatured alcohol?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Kenya and Tanzania. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $18.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for denatured alcohol?
The HS code for denatured alcohol is subheading 2207.20. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 page.
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