Oxycarboxylic acids (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported oxycarboxylic acids (other) worth $5.2 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 46% 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 | $5.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 702 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 599 t |
| 2020 | $546K | 210 t |
| 2019 | $576K | 195 t |
| 2018 | $802K | 216 t |
| 2017 | $357K | 133 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports oxycarboxylic acids (other) from
One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $3.2M | 61% |
| India | $575K | 11% |
| Ireland | $429K | 8.3% |
| China | $415K | 8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $239K | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $232K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $63K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $38K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.06 per kg, 61% below the world average of $7.86, 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.
Oxycarboxylic acids (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported oxycarboxylic acids (other) worth $300 thousand (154 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $224K | 75% |
| Bahrain | $64K | 21% |
| Bulgaria | $11K | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia oxycarboxylic acids (other) imports (HS 2918.19): 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 2918.19: Acids: carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), other than lactic, tartaric, citric, and gluconic acids and their salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of oxycarboxylic acids (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported oxycarboxylic acids (other) worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 172 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply oxycarboxylic acids (other) to Saudi Arabia?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by India (11%) and Ireland (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 347% on the year.
What is the average import price of oxycarboxylic acids (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.06 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $7.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of oxycarboxylic acids (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $357 thousand in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export oxycarboxylic acids (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $300 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Bulgaria. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for oxycarboxylic acids (other)?
The HS code for oxycarboxylic acids (other) is subheading 2918.19. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
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