Glucose syrup exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported glucose syrup worth $25.2 million (47.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 61% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 58% a year on average.
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 | $25.2M | 47.5K t |
| 2023 | $15.6M | 17.8K t |
| 2022 | $27.2M | 37.1K t |
| 2021 | $20.1M | 35.2K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 12.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 9.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 2.2K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports glucose syrup to
The largest buyer markets were Algeria (22%), United Arab Emirates (17%), Jordan (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+323% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, 24% below the world average of $0.70, 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.
Glucose syrup imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of glucose syrup by Saudi Arabia reached $5.4 million in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (20%), France (17%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, Slovakia grew fastest (+570% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 20% |
| France | $942K | 17% |
| India | $745K | 14% |
| Indonesia | $685K | 13% |
| Slovakia | $625K | 12% |
| Australia | $600K | 11% |
| Austria | $319K | 5.9% |
| Germany | $224K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $91K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $34K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia glucose syrup exports (HS 1702.30): 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 1702.30: Sugars: glucose and glucose syrup, not containing fructose or containing in the dry state less than 20% by weight of fructose, the syrup not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of glucose syrup exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported glucose syrup worth $25.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 119 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 61% on 2023.
Which countries buy glucose syrup from Saudi Arabia?
Algeria was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (17%) and Jordan (12%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 35 buyer countries in total. Oman grew fastest among the top ten, up 323% on the year.
What is the average export price of glucose syrup per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $0.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of glucose syrup from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $25.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $27.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import glucose syrup?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $5.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, France and India. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $19.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for glucose syrup?
The HS code for glucose syrup is subheading 1702.30. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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