Polyamide resins imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyamide resins by Saudi Arabia reached $39.7 million in 2024 (7.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $53.3 million.
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 | $39.7M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $43.3M | 11.5K t |
| 2022 | $53.3M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $39.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.9M | 8.3K t |
| 2019 | $14.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $15.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 5.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports polyamide resins from
Most of the value came from Japan (49%), China (19%), United States (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+496% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $19.4M | 49% |
| China | $7.6M | 19% |
| United States | $4.3M | 11% |
| India | $3.1M | 7.9% |
| Spain | $2.1M | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $878K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $706K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $625K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $208K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $177K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.55 per kg, 89% above the world average of $2.94. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyamide resins exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported polyamide resins worth $4.8 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Turkey (34%), India (28%), Egypt (7%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.6M | 34% |
| India | $1.4M | 28% |
| Egypt | $351K | 7.4% |
| Malawi | $344K | 7.2% |
| Germany | $195K | 4.1% |
| Iraq | $184K | 3.8% |
| Singapore | $137K | 2.9% |
| Kuwait | $124K | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $108K | 2.3% |
| Philippines | $89K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia polyamide resins imports (HS 3908.10): 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 3908.10: Polyamides: polyamide-6, -11, -12, -6,6, -6,9, -6,10 or -6,12, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyamide resins imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported polyamide resins worth $39.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 168 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyamide resins to Saudi Arabia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($19.4 million), followed by China (19%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 496% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyamide resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.55 per kg in 2024, 89% above the world average of $2.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyamide resins to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $39.7 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. The peak was 2022 at $53.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export polyamide resins?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, India and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $34.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyamide resins?
The HS code for polyamide resins is subheading 3908.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3908 page.
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