Synthetic rubber (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $5.4 million of synthetic rubber (other) in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 12% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
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 | $5.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 832 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 970 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 641 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 463 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports synthetic rubber (other) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (46%), China (20%), France (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.5M | 46% |
| China | $1.1M | 20% |
| France | $651K | 12% |
| United States | $379K | 7% |
| Netherlands | $204K | 3.8% |
| Japan | $121K | 2.3% |
| India | $120K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $114K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $110K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $84K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.12 per kg, close to the world average of $3.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic rubber (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $648 thousand of synthetic rubber (other) in 2024 (307 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (26%), Turkey (24%), India (24%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $171K | 26% |
| Turkey | $158K | 24% |
| India | $152K | 24% |
| South Korea | $99K | 15% |
| China | $29K | 4.4% |
| United States | $18K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $13K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.9% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.3% |
| France | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia synthetic rubber (other) imports (HS 4002.99): 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 4002.99: Rubber: synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic rubber (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported synthetic rubber (other) worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 193 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic rubber (other) to Saudi Arabia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by China (20%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 556% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic rubber (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.12 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $3.37 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic rubber (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 224%. The peak was 2022 at $6.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export synthetic rubber (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $648 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Turkey and India. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic rubber (other)?
The HS code for synthetic rubber (other) is subheading 4002.99. 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?
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