Styrene-butadiene rubber imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of styrene-butadiene rubber by Saudi Arabia reached $13.8 million in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $13.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $16.3M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $17.1M | 7.8K t |
| 2020 | $10.6M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.6M | 5.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports styrene-butadiene rubber from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), South Korea (22%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.6M | 41% |
| South Korea | $3.1M | 22% |
| France | $2.0M | 15% |
| Taiwan | $1.0M | 7.6% |
| Turkey | $651K | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $323K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $254K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $158K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $122K | 0.9% |
| India | $90K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.90 per kg, close to the world average of $2.16.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Styrene-butadiene rubber exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported styrene-butadiene rubber worth $1.2 million (643 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (46%), United Kingdom (32%), Egypt (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+649% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $571K | 46% |
| United Kingdom | $393K | 32% |
| Egypt | $123K | 9.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $73K | 5.9% |
| Pakistan | $32K | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | $26K | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $18K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia styrene-butadiene rubber imports (HS 4002.19): 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 4002.19: Rubber: synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of styrene-butadiene rubber imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported styrene-butadiene rubber worth $13.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply styrene-butadiene rubber to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by South Korea (22%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of styrene-butadiene rubber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.90 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $2.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of styrene-butadiene rubber to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.6 million in 2017 to $13.8 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2021 at $17.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export styrene-butadiene rubber?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, the United Kingdom and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for styrene-butadiene rubber?
The HS code for styrene-butadiene rubber is subheading 4002.19. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Saudi Arabia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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