Polyurethane foam sheet imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported polyurethane foam sheet worth $43.5 million (13.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 28% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $43.5M | 13.8K t |
| 2023 | $33.9M | 10.8K t |
| 2022 | $22.3M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $19.0M | 10.2K t |
| 2020 | $14.2M | 9.7K t |
| 2019 | $15.1M | 10.7K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 9.1K t |
| 2017 | $13.1M | 5.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports polyurethane foam sheet from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (47%), United States (16%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+445% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $20.3M | 47% |
| United States | $7.0M | 16% |
| China | $3.8M | 8.7% |
| Kuwait | $3.3M | 7.6% |
| Austria | $2.0M | 4.6% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 4.1% |
| Oman | $1.1M | 2.5% |
| Portugal | $899K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $871K | 2% |
| Spain | $560K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.15 per kg, 38% below the world average of $5.11, 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.
Polyurethane foam sheet exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of polyurethane foam sheet by Saudi Arabia reached $4.1 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (47%), Kuwait (28%), Lebanon (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+664% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia polyurethane foam sheet imports (HS 3921.13): 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 3921.13: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polyurethanes, cellular.
Common questions
What is the value of polyurethane foam sheet imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported polyurethane foam sheet worth $43.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyurethane foam sheet to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by the United States (16%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 445% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyurethane foam sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.15 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $5.11 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyurethane foam sheet to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.1 million in 2017 to $43.5 million in 2024, an increase of 233%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export polyurethane foam sheet?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Lebanon. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $39.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyurethane foam sheet?
The HS code for polyurethane foam sheet is subheading 3921.13. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3921 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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