Vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion worth $12.1 million (11.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $17.3 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 | $12.1M | 11.3K t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 9.4K t |
| 2022 | $17.3M | 11.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $10.0M | 12.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 2.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $8.5M | 71% |
| Malaysia | $791K | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $712K | 5.9% |
| China | $507K | 4.2% |
| Turkey | $385K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $365K | 3% |
| United States | $180K | 1.5% |
| India | $144K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $124K | 1% |
| Australia | $93K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.07 per kg, close to the world average of $1.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $4.4 million of vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Kuwait (27%), United Arab Emirates (24%), Malaysia (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+231% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $1.2M | 27% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 24% |
| Malaysia | $855K | 19% |
| India | $835K | 19% |
| China | $232K | 5.3% |
| Lebanon | $104K | 2.4% |
| Iraq | $35K | 0.8% |
| Kenya | $23K | 0.5% |
| Morocco | $23K | 0.5% |
| Qatar | $17K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion imports (HS 3905.21): 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 3905.21: Vinyl acetate copolymers: in aqueous dispersion, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion worth $12.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 168 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by Malaysia (7%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 73% on the year.
What is the average import price of vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $12.1 million in 2024, an increase of 407%. The peak was 2022 at $17.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $4.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion?
The HS code for vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion is subheading 3905.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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