Polyvinyl acetate resin exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $4.9 million of polyvinyl acetate resin in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. That is 510% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.4 million.
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 | $4.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $807K | 406 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $11.4M | 6.6K t |
| 2020 | $541K | 264 t |
| 2019 | $723K | 613 t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 1.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports polyvinyl acetate resin to
One buyer market dominates: Jordan accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+860% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $3.1M | 63% |
| Angola | $1.4M | 29% |
| Lebanon | $230K | 4.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $103K | 2.1% |
| Kuwait | $34K | 0.7% |
| Algeria | $25K | 0.5% |
| Iraq | $9K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, 46% below the world average of $2.41, 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.
Polyvinyl acetate resin imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $1.3 million of polyvinyl acetate resin in 2024 (554 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (43%), France (14%), United Kingdom (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $544K | 43% |
| France | $180K | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $142K | 11% |
| Turkey | $123K | 9.7% |
| Germany | $92K | 7.3% |
| Portugal | $65K | 5.1% |
| Taiwan | $43K | 3.4% |
| Australia | $39K | 3.1% |
| India | $14K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $10K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia polyvinyl acetate resin exports (HS 3905.19): 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 3905.19: Poly(vinyl acetate): (other than in aqueous dispersion), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl acetate resin exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported polyvinyl acetate resin worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 75 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 510% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyvinyl acetate resin from Saudi Arabia?
Jordan was the largest buyer with 62% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Angola (29%) and Lebanon (5%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 8 buyer countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 860% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyvinyl acetate resin per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $2.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polyvinyl acetate resin from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 106%. The peak was 2021 at $11.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import polyvinyl acetate resin?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, France and the United Kingdom. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl acetate resin?
The HS code for polyvinyl acetate resin is subheading 3905.19. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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