Inorganic esters (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported inorganic esters (other) worth $20.5 million (9.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.7 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 | $20.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2023 | $20.3M | 240 t |
| 2022 | $32.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2021 | $22.3M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 659 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 673 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 2.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports inorganic esters (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (36%), Egypt (22%), South Korea (13%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, close to the world average of $2.04.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Inorganic esters (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $560 thousand of inorganic esters (other) in 2024 (257 tonnes). China alone took 87% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $486K | 87% |
| Senegal | $52K | 9.3% |
| United States | $22K | 3.9% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia inorganic esters (other) imports (HS 2920.90): 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 2920.90: Esters: other than thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and phosphite esters and their salts, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2920.
Common questions
What is the value of inorganic esters (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported inorganic esters (other) worth $20.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 156 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply inorganic esters (other) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($7.4 million), followed by Egypt (22%) and South Korea (13%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 320% on the year.
What is the average import price of inorganic esters (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $2.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of inorganic esters (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $20.5 million in 2024, an increase of 229%. The peak was 2022 at $32.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export inorganic esters (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $560 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Senegal and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for inorganic esters (other)?
The HS code for inorganic esters (other) is subheading 2920.90. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Saudi Arabia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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