EPDM rubber exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported epdm rubber worth $318.2 million (159.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 86 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $418.1 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 | $318.2M | 159.0K t |
| 2023 | $314.3M | 155.5K t |
| 2022 | $418.1M | 184.1K t |
| 2021 | $308.8M | 144.7K t |
| 2020 | $104.9M | 86.8K t |
| 2019 | $141.2M | 108.1K t |
| 2018 | $78.3M | 45.2K t |
| 2017 | $44.2M | 29.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports epdm rubber to
The largest buyer markets were China (38%), Belgium (12%), India (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $121.8M | 38% |
| Belgium | $38.5M | 12% |
| India | $28.1M | 8.8% |
| United States | $15.3M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $12.7M | 4% |
| Malaysia | $11.5M | 3.6% |
| Poland | $10.5M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $10.2M | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $10.2M | 3.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9.7M | 3.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.00 per kg, close to the world average of $2.49.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
EPDM rubber imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $7.1 million of epdm rubber in 2024 (9.3 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were United States (41%), Malaysia (19%), United Arab Emirates (15%). Among the main suppliers, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.9M | 41% |
| Malaysia | $1.3M | 19% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 15% |
| Oman | $521K | 7.3% |
| Kuwait | $379K | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $180K | 2.5% |
| China | $135K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $84K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $70K | 1% |
| Germany | $69K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia epdm rubber exports (HS 4002.70): 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 4002.70: Rubber: synthetic, ethylene-propylene-non-conjugated diene rubber (EPDM), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of epdm rubber exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported epdm rubber worth $318.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 159.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 86 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy epdm rubber from Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($121.8 million), followed by Belgium (12%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 53 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average export price of epdm rubber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.00 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $2.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of epdm rubber from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $44.2 million in 2017 to $318.2 million in 2024, an increase of 620%. The peak was 2022 at $418.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $216.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import epdm rubber?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $7.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $311.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for epdm rubber?
The HS code for epdm rubber is subheading 4002.70. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4002 page.
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