Ethylene dichloride imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ethylene dichloride by Saudi Arabia reached $2.9 million in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 69% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 79% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $27.2 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 | $2.9M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 31.7K t |
| 2022 | $23.0M | 34.4K t |
| 2021 | $27.2M | 24.5K t |
| 2020 | $306K | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $101K | 134 t |
| 2018 | $91K | 100 t |
| 2017 | $48K | 61 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports ethylene dichloride from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.8M | 98% |
| India | $46K | 1.6% |
| Bulgaria | $6K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.52 per kg, 53% above the world average of $0.34. 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.
Ethylene dichloride exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported ethylene dichloride worth $146.3 million (422.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 41 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to India (45%), Egypt (24%), Thailand (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $66.3M | 45% |
| Egypt | $34.8M | 24% |
| Thailand | $27.2M | 19% |
| Pakistan | $10.7M | 7.3% |
| Jordan | $6.6M | 4.5% |
| Taiwan | $665K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $81K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia ethylene dichloride imports (HS 2903.15): 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 2903.15: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: ethylene dichloride (ISO) (1,2-dichloroethane).
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene dichloride imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported ethylene dichloride worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 94 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene dichloride to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by India (2%) and Bulgaria (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 11% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene dichloride per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.52 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $0.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ethylene dichloride to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $48 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $27.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export ethylene dichloride?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $146.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Egypt and Thailand. That compares with imports of $2.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for ethylene dichloride?
The HS code for ethylene dichloride is subheading 2903.15. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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