Synthetic paraffin wax imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported synthetic paraffin wax worth $3.5 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.5 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 | $3.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 1.4K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports synthetic paraffin wax from
Most of the value came from South Africa (27%), Netherlands (17%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $963K | 27% |
| Netherlands | $605K | 17% |
| United States | $528K | 15% |
| China | $327K | 9.2% |
| India | $199K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $169K | 4.8% |
| Japan | $165K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $112K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $111K | 3.1% |
| Malaysia | $83K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.30 per kg, 63% above the world average of $1.41. 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.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia synthetic paraffin wax imports (HS 2712.20): 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 2712.20: Paraffin wax: containing by weight less than 0.75% of oil, obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic paraffin wax imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported synthetic paraffin wax worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic paraffin wax to Saudi Arabia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($963 thousand), followed by the Netherlands (17%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic paraffin wax per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.30 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $1.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic paraffin wax to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2022 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic paraffin wax?
The HS code for synthetic paraffin wax is subheading 2712.20. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2712 page.
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