Polyether resins exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported polyether resins worth $505.8 million (434.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 116 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $1.02 billion.
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 | $505.8M | 434.7K t |
| 2023 | $507.2M | 273.2K t |
| 2022 | $649.1M | 380.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.02B | 470.3K t |
| 2020 | $450.5M | 387.6K t |
| 2019 | $589.4M | 452.7K t |
| 2018 | $638.6M | 425.1K t |
| 2017 | $102.2M | 89.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports polyether resins to
Most of it went to India (18%), China (17%), Turkey (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $93.1M | 18% |
| China | $88.3M | 18% |
| Turkey | $60.3M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $41.7M | 8.2% |
| Belgium | $35.9M | 7.1% |
| Singapore | $25.1M | 5% |
| Spain | $21.7M | 4.3% |
| Egypt | $20.5M | 4.1% |
| Indonesia | $16.5M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $13.8M | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, 46% below the world average of $2.13, 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.
Polyether resins imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $60.8 million of polyether resins in 2024 (32.4 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+233% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $35.2M | 58% |
| Germany | $7.0M | 12% |
| South Korea | $4.8M | 7.9% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 5.3% |
| United States | $1.9M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $845K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $786K | 1.3% |
| Sweden | $660K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia polyether resins exports (HS 3907.20): 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 3907.20: Polyethers: in primary forms, excluding polyacetals.
Common questions
What is the value of polyether resins exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported polyether resins worth $505.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 434.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 116 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyether resins from Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest buyer with 18% of the value ($93.1 million), followed by China (17%) and Turkey (12%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 65 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyether resins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $2.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyether resins from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $102.2 million in 2017 to $505.8 million in 2024, an increase of 395%. The peak was 2021 at $1.02 billion. Over 8 years the average was $557.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import polyether resins?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $60.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and South Korea. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $445.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyether resins?
The HS code for polyether resins is subheading 3907.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
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