Plastic packing articles (other) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported plastic packing articles (other) worth $25.5 million (13.8 thousand tonnes). That is 7% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $38.3 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 | $25.5M | 13.8K t |
| 2023 | $27.5M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $33.1M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $33.8M | 17.0K t |
| 2020 | $36.6M | 17.4K t |
| 2019 | $38.3M | 16.1K t |
| 2018 | $21.3M | 10.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 2.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports plastic packing articles (other) to
Most of it went to Yemen (23%), United Arab Emirates (17%), Tunisia (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest (+328% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Yemen | $5.8M | 23% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.4M | 17% |
| Tunisia | $3.5M | 14% |
| Kuwait | $3.2M | 12% |
| Sudan | $2.7M | 11% |
| Libya | $2.3M | 8.9% |
| Bahrain | $767K | 3% |
| Algeria | $399K | 1.6% |
| Niger | $398K | 1.6% |
| Ethiopia | $309K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.84 per kg, 58% below the world average of $4.40, 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 packing articles (other) imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $25.4 million of plastic packing articles (other) in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (35%), United States (12%), Egypt (12%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+241% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.0M | 35% |
| United States | $3.0M | 12% |
| Egypt | $3.0M | 12% |
| India | $2.6M | 10% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 5.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| Switzerland | $981K | 3.9% |
| Taiwan | $359K | 1.4% |
| Canada | $323K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia plastic packing articles (other) exports (HS 3923.90): 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 3923.90: Plastics: articles for the conveyance or packing of goods n.e.c. in heading no. 3923.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing articles (other) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported plastic packing articles (other) worth $25.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 193 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic packing articles (other) from Saudi Arabia?
Yemen was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (17%) and Tunisia (14%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 54 buyer countries in total. Yemen grew fastest among the top ten, up 328% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic packing articles (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $4.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of plastic packing articles (other) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $25.5 million in 2024, an increase of 344%. The peak was 2019 at $38.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import plastic packing articles (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $25.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and Egypt. That compares with exports of $25.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing articles (other)?
The HS code for plastic packing articles (other) is subheading 3923.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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