Tetrachloroethylene imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $4.6 million of tetrachloroethylene in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 167 countries. That is 42% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $4.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 1.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports tetrachloroethylene from
The largest suppliers were France (49%), United Kingdom (12%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+292% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.3M | 49% |
| United Kingdom | $535K | 12% |
| Germany | $528K | 11% |
| United States | $456K | 9.9% |
| China | $297K | 6.4% |
| Czech Republic | $144K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $134K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $119K | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $90K | 1.9% |
| Japan | $27K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.63 per kg, 79% above the world average of $0.91. 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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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 2903.23: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons: tetrachloroethylene (perchloroethylene).
Common questions
What is the value of tetrachloroethylene imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported tetrachloroethylene worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 167 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply tetrachloroethylene to Saudi Arabia?
France was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by the United Kingdom (12%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 292% on the year.
What is the average import price of tetrachloroethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.63 per kg in 2024, 79% above the world average of $0.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tetrachloroethylene to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 174%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for tetrachloroethylene?
The HS code for tetrachloroethylene is subheading 2903.23. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2903 page.
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