Fresh vegetables (other) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fresh vegetables (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $12.1 million in 2024 (18.1 thousand tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.1M | 18.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.9M | 9.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 9.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 16.9K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 16.8K t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 17.5K t |
| 2018 | $9.3M | 19.3K t |
| 2017 | $7.4M | 20.7K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports fresh vegetables (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Qatar (40%), Kuwait (30%), Bahrain (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, 58% below the world average of $1.58, 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.
Fresh vegetables (other) imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $10.4 million of fresh vegetables (other) in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Netherlands (40%), India (26%), Jordan (14%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 41% |
| India | $2.7M | 26% |
| Jordan | $1.4M | 14% |
| Egypt | $554K | 5.3% |
| South Africa | $377K | 3.6% |
| Philippines | $311K | 3% |
| Thailand | $257K | 2.5% |
| China | $73K | 0.7% |
| Kenya | $69K | 0.7% |
| Azerbaijan | $68K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia fresh vegetables (other) exports (HS 0709.99): 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 0709.99: Vegetables: edible, n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh vegetables (other) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported fresh vegetables (other) worth $12.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh vegetables (other) from Saudi Arabia?
Qatar was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Kuwait (30%) and Bahrain (14%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 194% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh vegetables (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $1.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fresh vegetables (other) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.4 million in 2017 to $12.1 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import fresh vegetables (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, India and Jordan. That compares with exports of $12.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fresh vegetables (other)?
The HS code for fresh vegetables (other) is subheading 0709.99. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0709 page.
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