Fatty acids (other species) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fatty acids (other species) by Saudi Arabia reached $27.3 million in 2024 (15.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 26% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $27.3M | 15.0K t |
| 2023 | $21.6M | 15.3K t |
| 2022 | $19.6M | 9.6K t |
| 2021 | $16.6M | 9.9K t |
| 2020 | $12.8M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $22.8M | 16.2K t |
| 2018 | $23.5M | 16.3K t |
| 2017 | $16.2M | 12.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports fatty acids (other species) from
The largest suppliers were India (30%), United States (28%), France (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $8.2M | 30% |
| United States | $7.6M | 28% |
| France | $3.3M | 12% |
| Malaysia | $2.7M | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.9M | 7.1% |
| Egypt | $1.3M | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $644K | 2.4% |
| China | $500K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $371K | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $130K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.82 per kg, 73% above the world average of $1.05. 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.
Fatty acids (other species) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $21.6 million of fatty acids (other species) in 2024 (11.1 thousand tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $13.0M | 60% |
| India | $4.7M | 22% |
| Qatar | $2.8M | 13% |
| Jordan | $329K | 1.5% |
| China | $222K | 1% |
| Vietnam | $188K | 0.9% |
| Kuwait | $91K | 0.4% |
| Oman | $69K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $63K | 0.3% |
| France | $28K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia fatty acids (other species) imports (HS 3823.19): 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 3823.19: Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids: acid oils from refining: (other than stearic acid, oleic acid or tall oil fatty acids).
Common questions
What is the value of fatty acids (other species) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported fatty acids (other species) worth $27.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 172 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply fatty acids (other species) to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by the United States (28%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 162% on the year.
What is the average import price of fatty acids (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.82 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $1.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fatty acids (other species) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.2 million in 2017 to $27.3 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export fatty acids (other species)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $21.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, India and Qatar. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fatty acids (other species)?
The HS code for fatty acids (other species) is subheading 3823.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Saudi Arabia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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