Evaporated milk imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported evaporated milk worth $267.7 million (113.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 209 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $267.7M | 113.1K t |
| 2023 | $260.5M | 132.1K t |
| 2022 | $244.3M | 100.3K t |
| 2021 | $185.0M | 82.9K t |
| 2020 | $127.7M | 64.3K t |
| 2019 | $105.0M | 55.6K t |
| 2018 | $97.4M | 49.5K t |
| 2017 | $68.7M | 36.4K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports evaporated milk from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (30%), United Arab Emirates (20%), New Zealand (14%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $79.1M | 30% |
| United Arab Emirates | $54.5M | 20% |
| New Zealand | $38.6M | 14% |
| Germany | $34.8M | 13% |
| Bahrain | $20.8M | 7.8% |
| Oman | $7.2M | 2.7% |
| Yemen | $5.8M | 2.2% |
| Kuwait | $4.1M | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $4.1M | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $3.4M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.37 per kg, 59% above the world average of $1.49. 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.
Evaporated milk exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of evaporated milk by Saudi Arabia reached $164.5 million in 2024 (147.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 111 countries. The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (36%), Kuwait (14%), Bahrain (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Lebanon grew fastest (+500% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia evaporated milk imports (HS 0402.91): 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 0402.91: Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in powder, granules or other solid forms.
Common questions
What is the value of evaporated milk imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported evaporated milk worth $267.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 113.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 209 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply evaporated milk to Saudi Arabia?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($79.1 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (20%) and New Zealand (14%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 28% on the year.
What is the average import price of evaporated milk per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.37 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $1.49 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of evaporated milk to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $68.7 million in 2017 to $267.7 million in 2024, an increase of 290%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $169.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export evaporated milk?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $164.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $103.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for evaporated milk?
The HS code for evaporated milk is subheading 0402.91. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0402 page.
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