Starch adhesive exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $29.8 million of starch adhesive in 2024 (79.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 127 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $29.8M | 79.3K t |
| 2023 | $24.3M | 14.3K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 13.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.9M | 30.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 17.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 18.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 13.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 5.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports starch adhesive to
One buyer market dominates: Kuwait accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.38 per kg, 64% below the world average of $1.05, 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.
Starch adhesive imports to Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported starch adhesive worth $2.1 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from India (42%), Italy (11%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $870K | 42% |
| Italy | $226K | 11% |
| China | $225K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $189K | 9.1% |
| Egypt | $189K | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $93K | 4.5% |
| Portugal | $61K | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $54K | 2.6% |
| Pakistan | $53K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $45K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia starch adhesive exports (HS 3505.20): 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 3505.20: Glues: based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches.
Common questions
What is the value of starch adhesive exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported starch adhesive worth $29.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 79.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 127 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy starch adhesive from Saudi Arabia?
Kuwait was the largest buyer with 63% of the value ($18.7 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (23%) and Bahrain (6%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 21 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average export price of starch adhesive per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.38 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $1.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of starch adhesive from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $29.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import starch adhesive?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Italy and China. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $27.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for starch adhesive?
The HS code for starch adhesive is subheading 3505.20. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3505 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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