Slack wax imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of slack wax by Saudi Arabia reached $5.7 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 41% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.1 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 | $5.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $830K | 490 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 291 t |
| 2018 | $540K | 197 t |
| 2017 | $725K | 718 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports slack wax from
Most of the value came from China (48%), South Africa (17%), India (17%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+506% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 48% |
| South Africa | $949K | 17% |
| India | $947K | 17% |
| Italy | $241K | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $237K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $228K | 4% |
| United States | $171K | 3% |
| Egypt | $42K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $28K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.15 per kg, 56% above the world average of $1.38. 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.
Slack wax exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of slack wax by Saudi Arabia reached $8.8 million in 2024 (8.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Germany (49%), Poland (21%), Belgium (15%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.4M | 50% |
| Poland | $1.9M | 22% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 15% |
| Lithuania | $834K | 9.5% |
| Brazil | $197K | 2.2% |
| Kuwait | $114K | 1.3% |
| China | $78K | 0.9% |
| India | $18K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $4K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia slack wax imports (HS 2712.90): 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 2712.90: Paraffin wax: containing by weight 0.75% or more of oil, obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured.
Common questions
What is the value of slack wax imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported slack wax worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 184 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply slack wax to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by South Africa (17%) and India (17%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 506% on the year.
What is the average import price of slack wax per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.15 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of slack wax to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $725 thousand in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 681%. The peak was 2022 at $7.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export slack wax?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $8.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Poland and Belgium. That compares with imports of $5.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for slack wax?
The HS code for slack wax is subheading 2712.90. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2712 page.
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