Tomato paste imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $131.8 million of tomato paste in 2024 (101.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $131.8M | 101.2K t |
| 2023 | $151.2M | 100.0K t |
| 2022 | $98.9M | 83.9K t |
| 2021 | $84.3M | 78.0K t |
| 2020 | $71.1M | 76.6K t |
| 2019 | $62.5M | 67.6K t |
| 2018 | $66.4M | 74.6K t |
| 2017 | $60.8M | 66.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports tomato paste from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $67.1M | 51% |
| United Arab Emirates | $23.0M | 18% |
| Turkey | $10.0M | 7.6% |
| Oman | $7.1M | 5.4% |
| United States | $4.6M | 3.5% |
| Portugal | $4.0M | 3% |
| Chile | $4.0M | 3% |
| Jordan | $2.9M | 2.2% |
| Kuwait | $2.1M | 1.6% |
| Italy | $1.9M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, close to the world average of $1.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tomato paste exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported tomato paste worth $12.7 million (6.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Bahrain (32%), Palestine (20%), United Arab Emirates (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest (+368% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia tomato paste imports (HS 2002.90): 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 2002.90: Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of tomato paste imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported tomato paste worth $131.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 101.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 216 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply tomato paste to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($67.1 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (17%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average import price of tomato paste per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $1.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tomato paste to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $60.8 million in 2017 to $131.8 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. The peak was 2023 at $151.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $90.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export tomato paste?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $12.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $119.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for tomato paste?
The HS code for tomato paste is subheading 2002.90. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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