Tea extract imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tea extract by Saudi Arabia reached $42.0 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 207 countries. Value fell 3% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $42.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $43.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $33.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $21.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $26.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.4M | 756 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports tea extract from
The largest suppliers were Ireland (42%), Netherlands (35%), India (11%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+241% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $17.6M | 42% |
| Netherlands | $14.8M | 35% |
| India | $4.6M | 11% |
| Malaysia | $1.7M | 4% |
| Turkey | $965K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $443K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $336K | 0.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $327K | 0.8% |
| United States | $222K | 0.5% |
| China | $164K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.01 per kg, 192% above the world average of $6.86. 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.
Tea extract exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of tea extract by Saudi Arabia reached $946 thousand in 2024 (219 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (43%), Pakistan (32%), Egypt (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+736% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $410K | 43% |
| Pakistan | $301K | 32% |
| Egypt | $137K | 15% |
| United States | $25K | 2.6% |
| Libya | $23K | 2.4% |
| Bahrain | $22K | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $15K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.8% |
| Iraq | $3K | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia tea extract imports (HS 2101.20): 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 2101.20: Extracts, essences and concentrates: of tea or mate, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea or mate.
Common questions
What is the value of tea extract imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported tea extract worth $42.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 207 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply tea extract to Saudi Arabia?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($17.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (35%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of tea extract per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.01 per kg in 2024, 192% above the world average of $6.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tea extract to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.4 million in 2017 to $42.0 million in 2024, an increase of 305%. The peak was 2023 at $43.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export tea extract?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $946 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $41.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for tea extract?
The HS code for tea extract is subheading 2101.20. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2101 page.
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