Refined coconut oil imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported refined coconut oil worth $9.3 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $12.4 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 | $9.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 1.2K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports refined coconut oil from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.8M | 62% |
| Malaysia | $2.1M | 23% |
| United States | $559K | 6% |
| Sri Lanka | $546K | 5.9% |
| United Kingdom | $139K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $64K | 0.7% |
| Philippines | $46K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $39K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $9K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.36 per kg, 41% above the world average of $1.67. 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.
Refined coconut oil exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported refined coconut oil worth $1.1 million (639 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Jordan accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $845K | 75% |
| Sudan | $197K | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $45K | 4% |
| Sri Lanka | $31K | 2.7% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.1% |
| Qatar | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia refined coconut oil imports (HS 1513.19): 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 1513.19: Vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of refined coconut oil imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported refined coconut oil worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply refined coconut oil to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by Malaysia (23%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 854% on the year.
What is the average import price of refined coconut oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.36 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $1.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of refined coconut oil to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 209%. The peak was 2022 at $12.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export refined coconut oil?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, Sudan and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined coconut oil?
The HS code for refined coconut oil is subheading 1513.19. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1513 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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