Plastic household articles imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported plastic household articles worth $130.8 million (39.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 15% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $130.8M | 39.1K t |
| 2023 | $114.2M | 19.0K t |
| 2022 | $113.4M | 27.1K t |
| 2021 | $105.1M | 24.8K t |
| 2020 | $134.3M | 21.3K t |
| 2019 | $110.1M | 22.1K t |
| 2018 | $74.1M | 16.4K t |
| 2017 | $82.1M | 18.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports plastic household articles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $86.4M | 66% |
| United Arab Emirates | $16.5M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $3.8M | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $3.7M | 2.8% |
| United States | $2.6M | 2% |
| India | $2.2M | 1.7% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 1.2% |
| Jordan | $1.3M | 1% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.34 per kg, 28% below the world average of $4.62, 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.
Plastic household articles exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of plastic household articles by Saudi Arabia reached $7.1 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (29%), Kuwait (27%), Qatar (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+687% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.1M | 29% |
| Kuwait | $1.9M | 27% |
| Qatar | $973K | 14% |
| Bahrain | $749K | 11% |
| Oman | $322K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $266K | 3.7% |
| Yemen | $212K | 3% |
| Indonesia | $124K | 1.7% |
| United States | $123K | 1.7% |
| Somalia | $48K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia plastic household articles imports (HS 3924.90): 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 3924.90: Plastics: household articles and hygienic or toilet articles.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic household articles imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported plastic household articles worth $130.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 225 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic household articles to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($86.4 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (13%) and the Netherlands (3%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 205% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic household articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.34 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $4.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic household articles to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $82.1 million in 2017 to $130.8 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. The peak was 2020 at $134.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $108.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export plastic household articles?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $7.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $123.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic household articles?
The HS code for plastic household articles is subheading 3924.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3924 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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