Methionine imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $46.6 million of methionine in 2024 (15.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 48% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% 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 | $46.6M | 15.2K t |
| 2023 | $31.5M | 14.3K t |
| 2022 | $27.1M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $23.8M | 7.7K t |
| 2020 | $576K | 292 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 502 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports methionine from
Most of the value came from Belgium (29%), Croatia (23%), Japan (19%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+527% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $13.5M | 29% |
| Croatia | $10.6M | 23% |
| Japan | $9.0M | 19% |
| China | $8.0M | 17% |
| France | $2.4M | 5.2% |
| Malaysia | $1.6M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| India | $10K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.07 per kg, 21% above the world average of $2.54. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia methionine imports (HS 2930.40): 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 2930.40: Organo-sulphur compounds: methionine.
Common questions
What is the value of methionine imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported methionine worth $46.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 156 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply methionine to Saudi Arabia?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($13.5 million), followed by Croatia (23%) and Japan (19%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 527% on the year.
What is the average import price of methionine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.07 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $2.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of methionine to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $46.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export methionine?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $537 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt and Jordan. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $46.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for methionine?
The HS code for methionine is subheading 2930.40. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2930 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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