Styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $3.9 million of styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $14.9 million.
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 | $3.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $13.6M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $14.9M | 11.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+452% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.0M | 51% |
| Nigeria | $755K | 19% |
| Egypt | $658K | 17% |
| South Korea | $182K | 4.7% |
| Bahrain | $155K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $142K | 3.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.09 per kg, 34% below the world average of $1.65, 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.
Styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer imports to Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer worth $246 thousand (126 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+472% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $131K | 53% |
| South Korea | $88K | 36% |
| Germany | $22K | 9% |
| United States | $3K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $1K | 0.4% |
| India | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer exports (HS 3903.20): 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 3903.20: Styrene polymers: styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) copolymers, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 82 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer from Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Nigeria (19%) and Egypt (17%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 452% on the year.
What is the average export price of styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.09 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $1.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.9 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, a fall of 74%. The peak was 2017 at $14.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $246 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Korea and Germany. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer?
The HS code for styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer is subheading 3903.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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