Oil and chemical tankers imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of oil and chemical tankers by Saudi Arabia reached $53.0 million in 2024 (16.8 thousand tonnes). That is 61% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 27% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $466.6 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 | $53.0M | 16.8K t |
| 2023 | $137.1M | 72.0K t |
| 2022 | $403.6M | 321.5K t |
| 2021 | $99.5M | 44.1K t |
| 2020 | $24.7M | 23.1K t |
| 2019 | $10K | 15 t |
| 2018 | $370.1M | 175.5K t |
| 2017 | $466.6M | 218.7K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports oil and chemical tankers from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $47.8M | 90% |
| China | $5.0M | 9.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $222K | 0.4% |
| United States | $34K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.16 per kg, 46% above the world average of $2.17. 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.
Oil and chemical tankers exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $11.5 million of oil and chemical tankers in 2024 (6.9 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Bahrain accounted for 78% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $9.0M | 78% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 22% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia oil and chemical tankers imports (HS 8901.20): 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 8901.20: Tankers.
Common questions
What is the value of oil and chemical tankers imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported oil and chemical tankers worth $53.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 94 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 61% on 2023.
Which countries supply oil and chemical tankers to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($47.8 million), followed by China (9%) and the United Arab Emirates (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 68% on the year.
What is the average import price of oil and chemical tankers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.16 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $2.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of oil and chemical tankers to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $466.6 million in 2017 to $53.0 million in 2024, a fall of 89%. The peak was 2017 at $466.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $194.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export oil and chemical tankers?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $11.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain and South Africa. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $41.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for oil and chemical tankers?
The HS code for oil and chemical tankers is subheading 8901.20. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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