Fluorine and bromine imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported fluorine and bromine worth $6.0 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 124 countries. That is 56% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 224% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.1 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 | $6.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $15.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $1K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $0K | - |
| 2018 | $4K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $2K | 0 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports fluorine and bromine from
Jordan alone supplied 99% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $5.9M | 99% |
| Germany | $55K | 0.9% |
| China | $9K | 0.2% |
| India | $6K | 0.1% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.46 per kg, close to the world average of $2.68.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fluorine and bromine exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported fluorine and bromine worth $252 thousand (80 tonnes). Singapore alone took 69% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+317% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $174K | 69% |
| United Arab Emirates | $74K | 29% |
| Kuwait | $4K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia fluorine and bromine imports (HS 2801.30): 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 2801.30: Fluorine: bromine.
Common questions
What is the value of fluorine and bromine imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported fluorine and bromine worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 124 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply fluorine and bromine to Saudi Arabia?
Jordan was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Germany (1%) and China (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of fluorine and bromine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.46 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $2.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fluorine and bromine to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2 thousand in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $15.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export fluorine and bromine?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $252 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluorine and bromine?
The HS code for fluorine and bromine is subheading 2801.30. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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