Propylene oxide exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of propylene oxide by Saudi Arabia reached $73.8 million in 2024 (73.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 35 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 66% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $478.6 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 | $73.8M | 73.7K t |
| 2023 | $218.9M | 188.1K t |
| 2022 | $346.1M | 197.6K t |
| 2021 | $478.6M | 213.5K t |
| 2020 | $212.6M | 162.7K t |
| 2019 | $248.1M | 216.8K t |
| 2018 | $347.4M | 239.7K t |
| 2017 | $202.0M | 163.8K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports propylene oxide to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $38.2M | 52% |
| Taiwan | $25.7M | 35% |
| India | $6.9M | 9.3% |
| Singapore | $3.0M | 4.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.00 per kg, 30% below the world average of $1.42, 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.
Propylene oxide imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of propylene oxide by Saudi Arabia reached $280 thousand in 2024 (183 tonnes). China alone supplied 99% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $278K | 99% |
| United States | $2K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia propylene oxide exports (HS 2910.20): 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 2910.20: Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers: with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, methyloxirane (propylene oxide).
Common questions
What is the value of propylene oxide exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported propylene oxide worth $73.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 73.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 35 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries buy propylene oxide from Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($38.2 million), followed by Taiwan (35%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of propylene oxide per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.00 per kg in 2024, 30% 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 propylene oxide from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $202.0 million in 2017 to $73.8 million in 2024, a fall of 63%. The peak was 2021 at $478.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $265.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import propylene oxide?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $280 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $73.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for propylene oxide?
The HS code for propylene oxide is subheading 2910.20. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2910 page.
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