Glass ampoules exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported glass ampoules worth $2.6 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 449% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.4 million.
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 | $2.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $482K | - |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $52K | 11 t |
| 2020 | $14K | 13 t |
| 2019 | $111K | 142 t |
| 2018 | $73K | 35 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 120 t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports glass ampoules to
One buyer market dominates: Yemen accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Yemen | $2.6M | 99% |
| United States | $12K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 0.2% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.39 per kg, 66% below the world average of $4.05, 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.
Glass ampoules imports to Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported glass ampoules worth $2.4 million (651 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Indonesia (41%), China (34%), South Africa (7%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $991K | 41% |
| China | $837K | 34% |
| South Africa | $180K | 7.4% |
| India | $159K | 6.5% |
| Egypt | $137K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $32K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $30K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $22K | 0.9% |
| Curaçao | $18K | 0.7% |
| France | $9K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia glass ampoules exports (HS 7010.10): 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 7010.10: Glass: ampoules, of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of glass ampoules exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported glass ampoules worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 105 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 449% on 2023.
Which countries buy glass ampoules from Saudi Arabia?
Yemen was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by the United States (0%) and the United Arab Emirates (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 851% on the year.
What is the average export price of glass ampoules per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.39 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $4.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of glass ampoules from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. The peak was 2022 at $3.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $974 thousand a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import glass ampoules?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Indonesia, China and South Africa. That compares with exports of $2.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for glass ampoules?
The HS code for glass ampoules is subheading 7010.10. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7010 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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