Live chicken chicks exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $12.0 million of live chicken chicks in 2024 (254 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 24% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 66% 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 | $12.0M | 255 t |
| 2023 | $9.7M | 99 t |
| 2022 | $14.0M | 246 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 33 t |
| 2020 | $225K | 3 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 191 t |
| 2018 | $493K | 73 t |
| 2017 | $349K | 12 t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports live chicken chicks to
Most of it went to Yemen (37%), United Arab Emirates (29%), Kuwait (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+469% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.03 per kg, 59% above the world average of $29.59. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Live chicken chicks imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $34.7 million of live chicken chicks in 2024 (324 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $25.5M | 74% |
| France | $3.4M | 9.9% |
| Jordan | $2.7M | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $896K | 2.6% |
| Egypt | $503K | 1.5% |
| United States | $424K | 1.2% |
| Pakistan | $60K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
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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 0105.11: Poultry: live, fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, weighing not more than 185g.
Common questions
What is the value of live chicken chicks exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported live chicken chicks worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 254 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 99 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy live chicken chicks from Saudi Arabia?
Yemen was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (29%) and Kuwait (19%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 469% on the year.
What is the average export price of live chicken chicks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $47.03 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $29.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of live chicken chicks from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $349 thousand in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $14.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import live chicken chicks?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $34.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, France and Jordan. That compares with exports of $12.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for live chicken chicks?
The HS code for live chicken chicks is subheading 0105.11. It sits in HS chapter 01 (animals; live). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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