Dried egg pasta exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $227.1 million of dried egg pasta in 2024 (134.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 142 countries for exports of this product. That is 142% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 62% a year on average.
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 | $227.1M | 134.2K t |
| 2023 | $93.8M | 33.9K t |
| 2022 | $60.5M | 33.4K t |
| 2021 | $40.5M | 23.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 3.4K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports dried egg pasta to
Iraq alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+324% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.69 per kg, close to the world average of $2.03.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried egg pasta imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $13.9 million of dried egg pasta in 2024 (7.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Kuwait (32%), Jordan (18%), Argentina (13%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+433% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $4.4M | 32% |
| Jordan | $2.5M | 18% |
| Argentina | $1.9M | 14% |
| Egypt | $721K | 5.2% |
| United States | $663K | 4.8% |
| Philippines | $636K | 4.6% |
| South Korea | $450K | 3.2% |
| Pakistan | $428K | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $332K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $328K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia dried egg pasta exports (HS 1902.11): 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 1902.11: Food preparations: pasta, containing eggs, uncooked, not stuffed or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of dried egg pasta exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported dried egg pasta worth $227.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 134.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 142 countries worldwide, with 25% of world exports. The value was up 142% on 2023.
Which countries buy dried egg pasta from Saudi Arabia?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 55% of the value ($124.2 million), followed by Yemen (21%) and Sudan (14%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 34 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 324% on the year.
What is the average export price of dried egg pasta per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.69 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $2.03 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of dried egg pasta from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $227.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $56.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import dried egg pasta?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $13.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kuwait, Jordan and Argentina. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $213.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried egg pasta?
The HS code for dried egg pasta is subheading 1902.11. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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