Salicylic acid derivatives (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported salicylic acid derivatives (other) worth $23.5 million (6.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $33.8 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 | $23.5M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $20.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $33.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2021 | $20.9M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $17.2M | 5.6K t |
| 2019 | $18.1M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $16.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $13.3M | 4.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports salicylic acid derivatives (other) from
Most of the value came from Taiwan (27%), China (25%), South Korea (22%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $6.3M | 27% |
| China | $5.8M | 25% |
| South Korea | $5.2M | 22% |
| Switzerland | $4.4M | 19% |
| Singapore | $1.1M | 4.7% |
| Eswatini | $219K | 0.9% |
| United States | $133K | 0.6% |
| France | $94K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $72K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $60K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.41 per kg, 23% below the world average of $4.43, 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.
Salicylic acid derivatives (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of salicylic acid derivatives (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $284 thousand in 2024 (71 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $278K | 98% |
| Morocco | $6K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia salicylic acid derivatives (other) imports (HS 2918.29): 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 2918.29: Acids: carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2918.2.
Common questions
What is the value of salicylic acid derivatives (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported salicylic acid derivatives (other) worth $23.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 169 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply salicylic acid derivatives (other) to Saudi Arabia?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by China (25%) and South Korea (22%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 31% on the year.
What is the average import price of salicylic acid derivatives (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.41 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $4.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of salicylic acid derivatives (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.3 million in 2017 to $23.5 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2022 at $33.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export salicylic acid derivatives (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $284 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India and Morocco. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $23.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for salicylic acid derivatives (other)?
The HS code for salicylic acid derivatives (other) is subheading 2918.29. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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