Melon seeds imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported melon seeds worth $6.5 million (609 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 73% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $6.5M | 609 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 76 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 87 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 35 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 53 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 85 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 89 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 36 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports melon seeds from
Most of the value came from Egypt (39%), Netherlands (29%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+984% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.5M | 39% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 29% |
| United States | $852K | 13% |
| France | $458K | 7% |
| Sudan | $311K | 4.8% |
| Afghanistan | $126K | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $95K | 1.5% |
| China | $71K | 1.1% |
| Jordan | $59K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $48K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.74 per kg, 110% above the world average of $5.12. 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.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia melon seeds imports (HS 1207.70): 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 1207.70: Oil seeds: melon seeds, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of melon seeds imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported melon seeds worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 609 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 180 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply melon seeds to Saudi Arabia?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (29%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 984% on the year.
What is the average import price of melon seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.74 per kg in 2024, 110% above the world average of $5.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of melon seeds to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, an increase of 287%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for melon seeds?
The HS code for melon seeds is subheading 1207.70. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
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