Grapefruit and pomelos imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of grapefruit and pomelos by Saudi Arabia reached $13.5 million in 2024 (29.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $69.5 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 | $13.5M | 29.5K t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 23.9K t |
| 2021 | $69.5M | 23.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 4.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports grapefruit and pomelos from
Egypt alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+482% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $8.0M | 59% |
| Turkey | $2.4M | 18% |
| South Africa | $850K | 6.3% |
| China | $803K | 5.9% |
| Bangladesh | $595K | 4.4% |
| Syria | $219K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $153K | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $112K | 0.8% |
| Chile | $95K | 0.7% |
| United States | $83K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.46 per kg, 49% below the world average of $0.91, 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.
Grapefruit and pomelos exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of grapefruit and pomelos by Saudi Arabia reached $980 thousand in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (37%), Qatar (31%), Kuwait (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+147% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia grapefruit and pomelos imports (HS 0805.40): 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 0805.40: Fruit, edible: grapefruit, including pomelos, fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of grapefruit and pomelos imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported grapefruit and pomelos worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 182 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply grapefruit and pomelos to Saudi Arabia?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Turkey (18%) and South Africa (6%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 500% on the year.
What is the average import price of grapefruit and pomelos per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.46 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $0.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of grapefruit and pomelos to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 568%. The peak was 2021 at $69.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export grapefruit and pomelos?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $980 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $12.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for grapefruit and pomelos?
The HS code for grapefruit and pomelos is subheading 0805.40. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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