Glycols (other types) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $61.4 million of glycols (other types) in 2024 (52.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 78 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 46% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $271.9 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 | $61.4M | 52.1K t |
| 2023 | $113.9M | 77.7K t |
| 2022 | $271.9M | 97.3K t |
| 2021 | $227.2M | 91.6K t |
| 2020 | $46.6M | 41.7K t |
| 2019 | $37.8M | 35.5K t |
| 2018 | $30.8M | 19.7K t |
| 2017 | $42.3M | 33.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports glycols (other types) to
One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $31.7M | 52% |
| Vietnam | $9.3M | 15% |
| Germany | $7.1M | 12% |
| United States | $3.4M | 5.6% |
| Belgium | $3.4M | 5.5% |
| India | $2.6M | 4.3% |
| Luxembourg | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $441K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $151K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, 36% below the world average of $1.83, 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.
Glycols (other types) imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $459 thousand of glycols (other types) in 2024 (116 tonnes). Most of the value came from Japan (27%), Singapore (16%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $123K | 27% |
| Singapore | $71K | 16% |
| Germany | $70K | 15% |
| China | $47K | 10% |
| Sweden | $39K | 8.6% |
| Netherlands | $31K | 6.7% |
| Taiwan | $24K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 3.9% |
| United States | $15K | 3.4% |
| India | $8K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia glycols (other types) exports (HS 2905.39): 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 2905.39: Alcohols: acyclic, diols, other than ethylene glycol (ethandiol) or propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol).
Common questions
What is the value of glycols (other types) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported glycols (other types) worth $61.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 52.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 78 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries buy glycols (other types) from Saudi Arabia?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($31.7 million), followed by Vietnam (15%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 39% on the year.
What is the average export price of glycols (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $1.83 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of glycols (other types) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $42.3 million in 2017 to $61.4 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2022 at $271.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $104.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import glycols (other types)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $459 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, Singapore and Germany. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $60.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for glycols (other types)?
The HS code for glycols (other types) is subheading 2905.39. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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