Paddy rice imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paddy rice by Saudi Arabia reached $7.2 million in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). That is 20% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 80% 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 | $7.2M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $83K | 492 t |
| 2019 | $45K | 86 t |
| 2018 | $63K | 78 t |
| 2017 | $118K | 152 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports paddy rice from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 87% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.3M | 88% |
| Pakistan | $820K | 11% |
| Sri Lanka | $38K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $16K | 0.2% |
| Bangladesh | $11K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $8K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| Australia | $1K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.99 per kg, 168% above the world average of $0.37. 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.
Paddy rice exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $511 thousand of paddy rice in 2024 (520 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Qatar accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+295% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $337K | 66% |
| Luxembourg | $47K | 9.3% |
| Nigeria | $29K | 5.7% |
| Oman | $29K | 5.6% |
| Benin | $24K | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 2.3% |
| Sudan | $6K | 1.2% |
| Togo | $6K | 1.1% |
| Mauritania | $4K | 0.8% |
| Ghana | $4K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia paddy rice imports (HS 1006.10): 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 1006.10: Cereals: rice in the husk (paddy or rough).
Common questions
What is the value of paddy rice imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported paddy rice worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply paddy rice to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by Pakistan (11%) and Sri Lanka (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Bahrain grew fastest among the top ten, up 403% on the year.
What is the average import price of paddy rice per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.99 per kg in 2024, 168% above the world average of $0.37 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paddy rice to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $118 thousand in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export paddy rice?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $511 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, Luxembourg and Nigeria. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for paddy rice?
The HS code for paddy rice is subheading 1006.10. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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