Mixed xylene isomers imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported mixed xylene isomers worth $24.3 million (20.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 164 countries for imports of this product. That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 101% 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 | $24.3M | 20.5K t |
| 2023 | $29.2M | 24.8K t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 21.2K t |
| 2021 | $14.3M | 15.1K t |
| 2020 | $15.9M | 22.7K t |
| 2019 | $12.8M | 14.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2017 | $185K | 102 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports mixed xylene isomers from
Taiwan alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $16.2M | 67% |
| Thailand | $3.7M | 15% |
| South Korea | $2.1M | 8.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 5.9% |
| Iraq | $266K | 1.1% |
| India | $165K | 0.7% |
| Egypt | $84K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $78K | 0.3% |
| China | $29K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $27K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, close to the world average of $1.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mixed xylene isomers exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $250 thousand of mixed xylene isomers in 2024 (340 tonnes). South Africa alone took 84% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $210K | 84% |
| Jordan | $20K | 7.9% |
| Pakistan | $18K | 7.2% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia mixed xylene isomers imports (HS 2902.44): 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 2902.44: Cyclic hydrocarbons: mixed xylene isomers.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed xylene isomers imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported mixed xylene isomers worth $24.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 164 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply mixed xylene isomers to Saudi Arabia?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($16.2 million), followed by Thailand (15%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 325% on the year.
What is the average import price of mixed xylene isomers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mixed xylene isomers to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $185 thousand in 2017 to $24.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $29.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export mixed xylene isomers?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $250 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Jordan and Pakistan. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $24.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for mixed xylene isomers?
The HS code for mixed xylene isomers is subheading 2902.44. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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