Rigid PVC compounds imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $54.2 million of rigid pvc compounds in 2024 (30.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 166 countries. That is 9% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 46% 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 | $54.2M | 30.4K t |
| 2023 | $59.3M | 34.2K t |
| 2022 | $66.2M | 26.8K t |
| 2021 | $57.1M | 24.7K t |
| 2020 | $22.3M | 10.9K t |
| 2019 | $14.0M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $14.5M | 6.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 2.5K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports rigid pvc compounds from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (35%), United Arab Emirates (28%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+221% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $18.8M | 35% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15.4M | 28% |
| United States | $8.0M | 15% |
| China | $4.2M | 7.7% |
| Taiwan | $2.9M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $706K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $578K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $310K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $215K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.79 per kg, 24% above the world average of $1.44. 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.
Rigid PVC compounds exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported rigid pvc compounds worth $12.5 million (12.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Bahrain alone took 59% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia rigid pvc compounds imports (HS 3904.21): 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 3904.21: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: non-plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances.
Common questions
What is the value of rigid pvc compounds imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported rigid pvc compounds worth $54.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 166 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply rigid pvc compounds to Saudi Arabia?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($18.8 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (28%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 221% on the year.
What is the average import price of rigid pvc compounds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.79 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $1.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rigid pvc compounds to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $54.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $66.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export rigid pvc compounds?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $12.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $41.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for rigid pvc compounds?
The HS code for rigid pvc compounds is subheading 3904.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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