Painters putty imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $155.9 million of painters putty in 2024 (63.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $155.9M | 63.2K t |
| 2023 | $136.7M | 29.7K t |
| 2022 | $126.9M | 40.1K t |
| 2021 | $105.7M | 40.2K t |
| 2020 | $95.3M | 29.4K t |
| 2019 | $90.5M | 24.3K t |
| 2018 | $76.5M | 22.2K t |
| 2017 | $72.1M | 20.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports painters putty from
Most of the value came from Germany (31%), United Arab Emirates (16%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $48.1M | 31% |
| United Arab Emirates | $25.1M | 16% |
| China | $12.9M | 8.3% |
| United States | $10.7M | 6.9% |
| Egypt | $9.3M | 5.9% |
| Turkey | $6.7M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $6.1M | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $5.7M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 2.7% |
| Jordan | $4.2M | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.46 per kg, 24% below the world average of $3.24, 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.
Painters putty exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $12.4 million of painters putty in 2024 (30.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (26%), United Arab Emirates (23%), Yemen (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia painters putty imports (HS 3214.10): 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 3214.10: Mastics: painters' fillings.
Common questions
What is the value of painters putty imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported painters putty worth $155.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 63.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 223 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply painters putty to Saudi Arabia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($48.1 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (16%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 33% on the year.
What is the average import price of painters putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.46 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $3.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of painters putty to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $72.1 million in 2017 to $155.9 million in 2024, an increase of 116%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $107.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export painters putty?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $12.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Yemen. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $143.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for painters putty?
The HS code for painters putty is subheading 3214.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3214 page.
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