Saudi Arabia - Packaging Materials - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Contents:
- Packaging Materials Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022
- Packaging Materials Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022
- Packaging Materials Imports in Saudi Arabia
- Packaging Materials Exports in Saudi Arabia
Packaging Materials Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average packaging materials import price amounted to $739 per ton, declining by -9.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 22% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $841 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($1,194 per ton), while the price for Kuwait ($386 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+2.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Packaging Materials Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022
The average packaging materials export price stood at $709 per ton in 2022, which is down by -23.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a mild curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 57%. The export price peaked at $1,034 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($2,230 per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($376 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+16.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Packaging Materials Imports in Saudi Arabia
In 2022, packaging materials imports into Saudi Arabia stood at 704K tons, increasing by 3.9% against the previous year. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 6.7% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 731K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, packaging materials imports dropped to $520M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 13% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $553M, and then dropped in the following year.
| Import of Packaging Materials in Saudi Arabia (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| India | 15.5 | 12.8 | 100 | 82.9 | 74.9% |
| Sweden | 50.3 | 58.5 | 60.4 | 60.5 | 6.3% |
| Spain | 40.1 | 34.7 | 47.3 | 44.8 | 3.8% |
| Finland | 30.2 | 25.8 | 45.1 | 42.7 | 12.2% |
| China | 41.3 | 41.0 | 44.0 | 41.3 | 0.0% |
| United States | 45.9 | 24.8 | 18.1 | 39.5 | -4.9% |
| Germany | 42.6 | 45.4 | 26.6 | 37.9 | -3.8% |
| Brazil | 36.6 | 21.5 | 18.6 | 22.7 | -14.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | 33.1 | 43.4 | 17.8 | 20.4 | -14.9% |
| New Zealand | 28.2 | 24.9 | 8.3 | 18.0 | -13.9% |
| France | 15.7 | 22.8 | 15.1 | 16.3 | 1.3% |
| Hungary | 9.3 | 8.5 | 3.2 | 6.7 | -10.4% |
| Kuwait | 19.9 | 17.4 | 35.3 | 3.1 | -46.2% |
| Others | 86.7 | 106 | 113 | 83.1 | -1.4% |
| Total | 495 | 487 | 553 | 520 | 1.7% |
Top Suppliers of Packaging Materials to Saudi Arabia in 2022:
- India (141.4K tons)
- Germany (66.9K tons)
- Spain (64.7K tons)
- Sweden (61.4K tons)
- United States (59.8K tons)
- Finland (37.3K tons)
- United Arab Emirates (34.8K tons)
- France (34.8K tons)
- China (34.6K tons)
- Brazil (20.4K tons)
- New Zealand (17.0K tons)
- Hungary (15.1K tons)
- Kuwait (8.1K tons)
Packaging Materials Exports in Saudi Arabia
Packaging materials exports from Saudi Arabia surged to 221K tons in 2022, growing by 37% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible setback.
In value terms, packaging materials exports amounted to $157M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 18%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $164M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
| Export of Packaging Materials in Saudi Arabia (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Jordan | 20.3 | 23.1 | 34.9 | 29.9 | 13.8% |
| Yemen | 9.9 | 21.0 | 36.1 | 23.7 | 33.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | 22.8 | 17.2 | 12.9 | 17.3 | -8.8% |
| China | 10.3 | 43.6 | 5.0 | 15.9 | 15.6% |
| Egypt | 15.1 | 11.1 | 16.0 | 12.3 | -6.6% |
| Kuwait | 3.3 | 12.5 | 37.3 | 10.5 | 47.1% |
| Bahrain | 4.2 | 4.3 | 7.1 | 10.4 | 35.3% |
| Lebanon | 4.5 | 2.9 | 4.3 | 2.6 | -16.7% |
| Costa Rica | 1.0 | 0.6 | 5.3 | 2.3 | 32.0% |
| Ethiopia | 2.8 | 2.0 | 2.2 | 2.1 | -9.1% |
| Sri Lanka | 4.6 | 4.5 | 3.7 | 1.9 | -25.5% |
| Nicaragua | 2.5 | 1.5 | 3.6 | 1.6 | -13.8% |
| Uganda | 1.6 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 1.5 | -2.1% |
| Others | 36.5 | 19.3 | -20.4 | 24.5 | -12.4% |
| Total | 139 | 164 | 149 | 157 | 4.1% |
Top Export Markets for Packaging Materials from Saudi Arabia in 2022:
- Jordan (44.9K tons)
- China (42.3K tons)
- Yemen (27.7K tons)
- Egypt (15.2K tons)
- Kuwait (9.8K tons)
- Bahrain (9.2K tons)
- United Arab Emirates (7.8K tons)
- Ethiopia (5.2K tons)
- Sri Lanka (5.0K tons)
- Costa Rica (4.1K tons)
- Nicaragua (3.7K tons)
- Uganda (3.5K tons)
- Lebanon (3.2K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the packaging materials market in Saudi Arabia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- FCL 1617 - Case materials
- FCL 1618 - Cartonboard
- FCL 1621 - Wrapping papers
- FCL 1622 - Other papers mainly for packaging
Country coverage:
- Saudi Arabia
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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