Plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) worth $21.1 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 44% 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 | $21.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $14.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $20.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $16.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $19.8M | 4.2K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (20%), Qatar (19%), United States (17%). Among the main suppliers, Oman grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 20% |
| Qatar | $4.0M | 19% |
| United States | $3.7M | 17% |
| China | $2.5M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 7.3% |
| Jordan | $610K | 2.9% |
| India | $568K | 2.7% |
| Oman | $554K | 2.6% |
| Ireland | $536K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $443K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.56 per kg, 33% below the world average of $6.79, 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 pipes and tubes (rigid, other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) worth $16.4 million (7.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Egypt (15%), Iraq (13%), United States (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Uzbekistan grew fastest (+735% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.4M | 15% |
| Iraq | $2.1M | 13% |
| United States | $1.9M | 12% |
| Yemen | $1.9M | 11% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.8M | 11% |
| Brazil | $1.5M | 9% |
| Jordan | $1.1M | 6.7% |
| Bahrain | $809K | 4.9% |
| Argentina | $672K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $555K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) imports (HS 3917.29): 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 3917.29: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3917.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) worth $21.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) to Saudi Arabia?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Qatar (19%) and the United States (17%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 561% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.56 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $6.79 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.8 million in 2017 to $21.1 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $16.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Iraq and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other)?
The HS code for plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) is subheading 3917.29. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Saudi Arabia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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