Rubber plasticizers imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $73.7 million of rubber plasticizers in 2024 (23.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 165 countries. That is 7% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 63% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $107.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $73.7M | 23.0K t |
| 2023 | $69.1M | 22.7K t |
| 2022 | $107.2M | 22.1K t |
| 2021 | $72.5M | 19.8K t |
| 2020 | $50.5M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $44.6M | 9.9K t |
| 2018 | $29.6M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 751 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports rubber plasticizers from
The largest suppliers were Bahrain (46%), United Arab Emirates (19%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+232% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $33.7M | 46% |
| United Arab Emirates | $14.3M | 19% |
| China | $10.5M | 14% |
| India | $6.4M | 8.7% |
| South Korea | $2.0M | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $937K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $856K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $631K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $435K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.21 per kg, 25% above the world average of $2.57. 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.
Rubber plasticizers exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $7.4 million of rubber plasticizers in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (34%), Singapore (15%), Bahrain (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+260% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.5M | 34% |
| Singapore | $1.1M | 15% |
| Bahrain | $1.0M | 14% |
| Jordan | $1.0M | 14% |
| Kuwait | $677K | 9.2% |
| Egypt | $331K | 4.5% |
| Oman | $217K | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $194K | 2.6% |
| Azerbaijan | $92K | 1.2% |
| Qatar | $86K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia rubber plasticizers imports (HS 3812.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 3812.20: Plasticisers, compound: for rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber plasticizers imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported rubber plasticizers worth $73.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 165 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber plasticizers to Saudi Arabia?
Bahrain was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($33.7 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (19%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 322% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber plasticizers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.21 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $2.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rubber plasticizers to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $73.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $107.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export rubber plasticizers?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $7.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Singapore and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $66.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber plasticizers?
The HS code for rubber plasticizers is subheading 3812.20. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3812 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.
Same product, other countries
World rubber plasticizers trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for Saudi Arabia
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.