Seeds (other species) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $7.0 million of seeds (other species) in 2024 (544 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.8 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 | $7.0M | 544 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 37 t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 729 t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 290 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 181 t |
| 2017 | $464K | 76 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports seeds (other species) from
Most of the value came from China (13%), United States (10%), Thailand (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 34%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+436% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $913K | 13% |
| United States | $720K | 10% |
| Thailand | $715K | 10% |
| India | $694K | 9.9% |
| Australia | $560K | 8% |
| South Africa | $422K | 6% |
| France | $394K | 5.6% |
| Peru | $342K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $304K | 4.3% |
| Taiwan | $302K | 4.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.87 per kg, 59% above the world average of $8.07. 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.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia seeds (other species) imports (HS 1209.99): 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 1209.99: Seeds: n.e.c. in heading 1209, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of seeds (other species) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported seeds (other species) worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 544 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 204 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply seeds (other species) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 13% of the value ($912 thousand), followed by the United States (10%) and Thailand (10%). The top three together account for 34%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 436% on the year.
What is the average import price of seeds (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.87 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $8.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of seeds (other species) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $464 thousand in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $8.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for seeds (other species)?
The HS code for seeds (other species) is subheading 1209.99. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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