Ethylenediamine exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported ethylenediamine worth $63.9 million (41.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 69 countries for exports of this product. That is 27% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $110.5 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 | $63.9M | 41.6K t |
| 2023 | $87.2M | 34.4K t |
| 2022 | $110.5M | 28.1K t |
| 2021 | $75.2M | 32.6K t |
| 2020 | $60.4M | 44.1K t |
| 2019 | $64.5M | 42.5K t |
| 2018 | $92.0M | 47.4K t |
| 2017 | $17.9M | 8.7K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports ethylenediamine to
Most of it went to India (28%), China (25%), Belgium (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+478% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $17.7M | 28% |
| China | $15.9M | 25% |
| Belgium | $10.8M | 17% |
| South Korea | $8.3M | 13% |
| Singapore | $6.3M | 9.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $752K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $338K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $327K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.53 per kg, 24% below the world average of $2.01, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ethylenediamine imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of ethylenediamine by Saudi Arabia reached $1.4 million in 2024 (404 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (47%), Spain (24%), Belgium (11%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $640K | 47% |
| Spain | $322K | 24% |
| Belgium | $145K | 11% |
| Germany | $106K | 7.8% |
| United States | $74K | 5.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27K | 2% |
| India | $17K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 1% |
| Canada | $6K | 0.4% |
| France | $5K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia ethylenediamine exports (HS 2921.21): 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 2921.21: Amine-function compounds: acyclic polyamines and their derivatives, ethylenediamine and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylenediamine exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported ethylenediamine worth $63.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 69 countries worldwide, with 18% of world exports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy ethylenediamine from Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by China (25%) and Belgium (17%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 478% on the year.
What is the average export price of ethylenediamine per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.53 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $2.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of ethylenediamine from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.9 million in 2017 to $63.9 million in 2024, an increase of 257%. The peak was 2022 at $110.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import ethylenediamine?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Spain and Belgium. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $62.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylenediamine?
The HS code for ethylenediamine is subheading 2921.21. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2921 page.
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