Sodium hydroxide solid exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported sodium hydroxide solid worth $26.3 million (42.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 122 countries for exports of this product. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26.3M | 42.5K t |
| 2023 | $23.8M | 32.2K t |
| 2022 | $16.3M | 17.5K t |
| 2021 | $18.6M | 31.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 14.0K t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 18.5K t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 15.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 10.2K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports sodium hydroxide solid to
The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (15%), Vietnam (7%), Netherlands (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Argentina grew fastest (+501% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $4.1M | 15% |
| Vietnam | $1.9M | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 6.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 6.3% |
| China | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| Senegal | $1.0M | 3.9% |
| Argentina | $930K | 3.5% |
| Syria | $883K | 3.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $847K | 3.2% |
| Ghana | $689K | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.62 per kg, close to the world average of $0.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sodium hydroxide solid imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of sodium hydroxide solid by Saudi Arabia reached $1.8 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (45%), China (19%), United Arab Emirates (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+482% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $813K | 45% |
| China | $334K | 19% |
| United Arab Emirates | $270K | 15% |
| Oman | $77K | 4.3% |
| Qatar | $56K | 3.1% |
| Kuwait | $51K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $50K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $50K | 2.8% |
| India | $24K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $19K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia sodium hydroxide solid exports (HS 2815.11): 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 2815.11: Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda): solid.
Common questions
What is the value of sodium hydroxide solid exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported sodium hydroxide solid worth $26.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 122 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy sodium hydroxide solid from Saudi Arabia?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Vietnam (7%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three together account for 30%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 501% on the year.
What is the average export price of sodium hydroxide solid per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.62 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sodium hydroxide solid from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $26.3 million in 2024, an increase of 300%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import sodium hydroxide solid?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, China and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sodium hydroxide solid?
The HS code for sodium hydroxide solid is subheading 2815.11. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2815 page.
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