Polystyrene resin exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polystyrene resin by Saudi Arabia reached $129.7 million in 2024 (101.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Value rose 79% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $129.7M | 101.9K t |
| 2023 | $72.3M | 50.1K t |
| 2022 | $100.3M | 60.4K t |
| 2021 | $112.9M | 76.5K t |
| 2020 | $63.8M | 55.6K t |
| 2019 | $65.3M | 51.6K t |
| 2018 | $70.0M | 47.8K t |
| 2017 | $94.6M | 70.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports polystyrene resin to
Most of it went to Jordan (49%), United Arab Emirates (11%), Egypt (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+233% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.27 per kg, close to the world average of $1.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polystyrene resin imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of polystyrene resin by Saudi Arabia reached $5.9 million in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from China (49%), Pakistan (22%), Taiwan (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 50% |
| Pakistan | $1.3M | 22% |
| Taiwan | $586K | 10% |
| Italy | $288K | 4.9% |
| Vietnam | $189K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $113K | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $96K | 1.6% |
| India | $89K | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $84K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $82K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia polystyrene resin exports (HS 3903.19): 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 3903.19: Styrene polymers: (other than expansible polystyrene), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polystyrene resin exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported polystyrene resin worth $129.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 101.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 122 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 79% on 2023.
Which countries buy polystyrene resin from Saudi Arabia?
Jordan was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($64.0 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (11%) and Egypt (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 34 buyer countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average export price of polystyrene resin per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.27 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $1.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of polystyrene resin from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $94.6 million in 2017 to $129.7 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $88.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import polystyrene resin?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $5.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Pakistan and Taiwan. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $123.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polystyrene resin?
The HS code for polystyrene resin is subheading 3903.19. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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