Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes by Saudi Arabia reached $38.4 million in 2024 (31.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 222 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 10% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $55.1 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 | $38.4M | 31.8K t |
| 2023 | $42.7M | 14.7K t |
| 2022 | $55.1M | 31.1K t |
| 2021 | $47.8M | 29.8K t |
| 2020 | $34.8M | 22.3K t |
| 2019 | $23.4M | 40.2K t |
| 2018 | $20.4M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $22.0M | 12.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes from
One supplier dominates: Bahrain accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+476% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $30.8M | 80% |
| United States | $2.2M | 5.8% |
| India | $1.5M | 3.8% |
| China | $1.2M | 3.1% |
| Egypt | $759K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $519K | 1.4% |
| Qatar | $349K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $282K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $260K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $149K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.21 per kg, 46% below the world average of $2.25, 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 chloride pipes and tubes exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $6.1 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Iraq (31%), United Arab Emirates (19%), Djibouti (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $1.9M | 31% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 19% |
| Djibouti | $788K | 13% |
| Kuwait | $429K | 7% |
| United States | $393K | 6.4% |
| Oman | $241K | 3.9% |
| Bahrain | $223K | 3.6% |
| Sudan | $172K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $122K | 2% |
| Somalia | $120K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports (HS 3917.23): 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 3917.23: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $38.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 222 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Saudi Arabia?
Bahrain was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($30.8 million), followed by the United States (6%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 476% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.21 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $2.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.0 million in 2017 to $38.4 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. The peak was 2022 at $55.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $6.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq, the United Arab Emirates and Djibouti. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $32.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes is subheading 3917.23. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Saudi Arabia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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