Polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) worth $41.1 million (35.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 182% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $51.9 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 | $41.1M | 35.2K t |
| 2023 | $34.4M | 28.9K t |
| 2022 | $51.9M | 36.9K t |
| 2021 | $15.3M | 13.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 7.1K t |
| 2018 | $512K | 383 t |
| 2017 | $29K | 17 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) from
China alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Oman grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.9M | 61% |
| Oman | $10.4M | 25% |
| India | $2.4M | 5.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 3.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 3.1% |
| United States | $171K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $127K | 0.3% |
| Malaysia | $92K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $33K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $28K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, close to the world average of $1.07.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) by Saudi Arabia reached $23.0 million in 2024 (22.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Tunisia (24%), United Arab Emirates (12%), Algeria (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imports (HS 3907.69): 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 3907.69: Poly(ethylene terephthalate): in primary forms, having a viscosity of less than 78ml/g.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) worth $41.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 163 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($24.9 million), followed by Oman (25%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 431% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $1.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29 thousand in 2017 to $41.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $51.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $23.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates and Algeria. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $18.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) is subheading 3907.69. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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