Pectin and pectates imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $9.1 million of pectin and pectates in 2024 (665 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 36% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $9.1M | 665 t |
| 2023 | $6.7M | 442 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 503 t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 425 t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 446 t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 440 t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 305 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 221 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports pectin and pectates from
One supplier dominates: Czech Republic accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $6.4M | 70% |
| France | $875K | 9.6% |
| Denmark | $740K | 8.1% |
| Switzerland | $260K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $197K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $160K | 1.8% |
| Morocco | $118K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $97K | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $74K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $70K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.70 per kg, close to the world average of $14.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pectin and pectates exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported pectin and pectates worth $227 thousand (12 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 100% 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 | $227K | 100% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia pectin and pectates imports (HS 1302.20): 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 1302.20: Pectic substances: pectinates and pectates.
Common questions
What is the value of pectin and pectates imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported pectin and pectates worth $9.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 665 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 167 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply pectin and pectates to Saudi Arabia?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by France (10%) and Denmark (8%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 959% on the year.
What is the average import price of pectin and pectates per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.70 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $14.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pectin and pectates to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $9.1 million in 2024, an increase of 212%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export pectin and pectates?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $227 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for pectin and pectates?
The HS code for pectin and pectates is subheading 1302.20. It sits in HS chapter 13 (lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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