Disinfectant imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported disinfectant worth $35.6 million (6.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $76.1 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 | $35.6M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $29.5M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $34.9M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $36.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $76.1M | 15.5K t |
| 2019 | $41.0M | 7.8K t |
| 2018 | $18.9M | 5.8K t |
| 2017 | $20.1M | 5.8K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports disinfectant from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (27%), United States (12%), France (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Oman grew fastest (+612% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $9.6M | 27% |
| United States | $4.2M | 12% |
| France | $3.6M | 10% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 8.3% |
| Italy | $2.7M | 7.5% |
| Switzerland | $2.5M | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $2.1M | 5.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Oman | $1.2M | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.40 per kg, 79% above the world average of $3.01. 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.
Disinfectant exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported disinfectant worth $455 thousand (249 tonnes). Yemen alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest (+729% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia disinfectant imports (HS 3808.94): 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 3808.94: Disinfectants: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 in this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of disinfectant imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported disinfectant worth $35.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply disinfectant to Saudi Arabia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($9.6 million), followed by the United States (12%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Oman grew fastest among the top ten, up 612% on the year.
What is the average import price of disinfectant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.40 per kg in 2024, 79% above the world average of $3.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of disinfectant to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.1 million in 2017 to $35.6 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2020 at $76.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export disinfectant?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $455 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Yemen, the United Arab Emirates and Australia. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $35.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for disinfectant?
The HS code for disinfectant is subheading 3808.94. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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