Prepared strawberries imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $4.8 million of prepared strawberries in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $4.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 461 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 529 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 601 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 1.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports prepared strawberries from
Most of the value came from Egypt (32%), Vietnam (26%), Poland (21%). Among the main suppliers, Serbia grew fastest (+538% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.5M | 32% |
| Vietnam | $1.2M | 26% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 21% |
| Netherlands | $267K | 5.6% |
| United States | $130K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $125K | 2.6% |
| Serbia | $122K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $93K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $68K | 1.4% |
| France | $66K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.97 per kg, 22% above the world average of $2.44. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared strawberries exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of prepared strawberries by Saudi Arabia reached $303 thousand in 2024 (32 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $258K | 85% |
| Oman | $34K | 11% |
| Yemen | $10K | 3.4% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia prepared strawberries imports (HS 2008.80): 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 2008.80: Fruit: strawberries, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared strawberries imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported prepared strawberries worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared strawberries to Saudi Arabia?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Vietnam (26%) and Poland (21%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 596% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared strawberries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.97 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $2.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared strawberries to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. The peak was 2022 at $4.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export prepared strawberries?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $303 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Yemen. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared strawberries?
The HS code for prepared strawberries is subheading 2008.80. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2008 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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