Melons (other varieties) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported melons (other varieties) worth $13.0 million (26.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $16.5 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 | $13.0M | 26.6K t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 9.2K t |
| 2022 | $16.5M | 34.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.6M | 29.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 8.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 4.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports melons (other varieties) from
Jordan alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+180% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $8.2M | 63% |
| Yemen | $1.7M | 13% |
| Egypt | $1.6M | 12% |
| Mexico | $484K | 3.7% |
| Oman | $285K | 2.2% |
| United States | $169K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $154K | 1.2% |
| Azerbaijan | $64K | 0.5% |
| India | $54K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $53K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.49 per kg, 42% below the world average of $0.85, 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.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia melons (other varieties) imports (HS 0807.19): 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 0807.19: Fruit, edible: melons, other than watermelons, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of melons (other varieties) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported melons (other varieties) worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply melons (other varieties) to Saudi Arabia?
Jordan was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by Yemen (13%) and Egypt (12%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Oman grew fastest among the top ten, up 458% on the year.
What is the average import price of melons (other varieties) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.49 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $0.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of melons (other varieties) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024, an increase of 519%. The peak was 2022 at $16.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for melons (other varieties)?
The HS code for melons (other varieties) is subheading 0807.19. 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 0807 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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