Paraformaldehyde exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $3.5 million of paraformaldehyde in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 56 countries. Value fell 44% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 7.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 2.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports paraformaldehyde to
The largest buyer markets were Uganda (45%), Kenya (18%), Pakistan (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Colombia grew fastest (+395% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.6M | 45% |
| Kenya | $644K | 18% |
| Pakistan | $437K | 12% |
| Colombia | $179K | 5.1% |
| Malawi | $140K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $134K | 3.8% |
| Tanzania | $70K | 2% |
| Egypt | $69K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $60K | 1.7% |
| Bangladesh | $47K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.82 per kg, close to the world average of $0.83.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paraformaldehyde imports to Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported paraformaldehyde worth $1.2 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. India alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+679% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $801K | 65% |
| Germany | $286K | 23% |
| China | $93K | 7.5% |
| Italy | $56K | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia paraformaldehyde exports (HS 2912.60): 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 2912.60: Paraformaldehyde.
Common questions
What is the value of paraformaldehyde exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported paraformaldehyde worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 56 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries buy paraformaldehyde from Saudi Arabia?
Uganda was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Kenya (18%) and Pakistan (12%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 17 buyer countries in total. Colombia grew fastest among the top ten, up 395% on the year.
What is the average export price of paraformaldehyde per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.82 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.83 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of paraformaldehyde from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 138%. The peak was 2023 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import paraformaldehyde?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Germany and China. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for paraformaldehyde?
The HS code for paraformaldehyde is subheading 2912.60. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2912 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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