Synthetic dyes (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic dyes (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $11.3 million in 2024 (862 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 7% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $19.1 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 | $11.3M | 862 t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 732 t |
| 2022 | $19.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.6M | 802 t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 848 t |
| 2019 | $8.5M | 798 t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 727 t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 1.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports synthetic dyes (other) from
The largest suppliers were United States (28%), India (25%), United Kingdom (15%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.2M | 28% |
| India | $2.9M | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 15% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 9.6% |
| Denmark | $938K | 8.3% |
| China | $506K | 4.5% |
| Taiwan | $233K | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $179K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $174K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $167K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.16 per kg, 49% above the world average of $8.86. 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.
Synthetic dyes (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of synthetic dyes (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $3.5 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Qatar (39%), United Arab Emirates (37%), Ethiopia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $1.4M | 39% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 37% |
| Ethiopia | $422K | 12% |
| Australia | $76K | 2.2% |
| Morocco | $75K | 2.2% |
| Lebanon | $72K | 2.1% |
| Algeria | $54K | 1.6% |
| China | $43K | 1.2% |
| Kuwait | $37K | 1.1% |
| Oman | $27K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia synthetic dyes (other) imports (HS 3204.19): 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 3204.19: Dyes: n.e.c., including mixtures of colouring matter of two or more of those from item no. 3204.11 to 3204.19.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic dyes (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported synthetic dyes (other) worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 862 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic dyes (other) to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by India (25%) and the United Kingdom (15%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 422% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic dyes (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.16 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $8.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic dyes (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $19.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export synthetic dyes (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Ethiopia. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic dyes (other)?
The HS code for synthetic dyes (other) is subheading 3204.19. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3204 page.
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