Fixed oils (other species) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fixed oils (other species) by Saudi Arabia reached $26.2 million in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 525% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 61% 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 | $26.2M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 769 t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 600 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 460 t |
| 2019 | $30.1M | 26.8K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 359 t |
| 2017 | $952K | 217 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports fixed oils (other species) from
One supplier dominates: Indonesia accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $21.2M | 81% |
| United Kingdom | $878K | 3.4% |
| Morocco | $767K | 2.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $677K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $568K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $344K | 1.3% |
| United States | $321K | 1.2% |
| India | $283K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $169K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $138K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.40 per kg, 26% above the world average of $2.70. 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.
Fixed oils (other species) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported fixed oils (other species) worth $2.6 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kuwait accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+325% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia fixed oils (other species) imports (HS 1515.90): 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 1515.90: Vegetable fats and oils and their fractions: fixed, n.e.c. in heading no. 1515, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of fixed oils (other species) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported fixed oils (other species) worth $26.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 525% on 2023.
Which countries supply fixed oils (other species) to Saudi Arabia?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($21.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (3%) and Morocco (3%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 180% on the year.
What is the average import price of fixed oils (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.40 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $2.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fixed oils (other species) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $952 thousand in 2017 to $26.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2019 at $30.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export fixed oils (other species)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Egypt and France. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $23.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for fixed oils (other species)?
The HS code for fixed oils (other species) is subheading 1515.90. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1515 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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