Saudi Arabia - Olive Oil (Virgin) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Virgin Olive Oil Price in Saudi Arabia - 2021

Contents:

  1. Virgin Olive Oil Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022
  2. Virgin Olive Oil Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Virgin Olive Oil Imports in Saudi Arabia
  4. Virgin Olive Oil Exports in Saudi Arabia

Virgin Olive Oil Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average virgin olive oil import price amounted to $2,846 per ton, which is down by -2.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 17%. The import price peaked at $3,843 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Italy ($5,554 per ton), while the price for Jordan ($1,712 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+4.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Virgin Olive Oil Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average virgin olive oil export price amounted to $2,922 per ton, with an increase of 4.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a slight shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 34%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $5,824 per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Oman ($3,969 per ton) and Kuwait ($2,933 per ton), while the average price for exports to Bahrain ($2,737 per ton) and the United Arab Emirates ($2,833 per ton) were 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 (+1.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Virgin Olive Oil Imports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, supplies from abroad of virgin olive oil was finally on the rise to reach 36K tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, saw a mild downturn.

In value terms, virgin olive oil imports reached $102M in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a drastic downturn.

Import of Virgin Olive Oil in Saudi Arabia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Syrian Arab Republic32.328.736.029.6-2.9%
Spain17.118.023.519.34.1%
Turkey17.715.1N/A14.4-6.6%
Tunisia21.110.112.211.7-17.8%
Italy12.78.58.78.1-13.9%
Palestine11.18.36.97.1-13.8%
Jordan2.74.15.04.114.9%
Lebanon3.22.81.52.0-14.5%
Others5.18.26.85.95.0%
Total123104100102-6.0%

Top Suppliers of Virgin Olive Oil to Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Syrian Arab Republic (11.5K tons)
  2. Spain (6.6K tons)
  3. Turkey (4.6K tons)
  4. Tunisia (3.8K tons)
  5. Palestine (3.1K tons)
  6. Jordan (2.4K tons)
  7. Italy (1.5K tons)
  8. Lebanon (0.6K tons)

Virgin Olive Oil Exports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, shipments abroad of virgin olive oil decreased by -38.8% to 548 tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 398% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 895 tons, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

In value terms, virgin olive oil exports reduced dramatically to $1.6M in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 253% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $2.5M, and then declined notably in the following year.

Export of Virgin Olive Oil in Saudi Arabia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Kuwait2792161,0951,08957.4%
United Arab Emirates449205333331-9.7%
Bahrain13673.7126125-2.8%
Oman72.638.756.255.8-8.4%
SpainN/AN/A491N/A0%
JordanN/A99.864.9N/A-35.0%
Syrian Arab RepublicN/A6.1169N/A2670.5%
TurkeyN/AN/A115N/A0%
OthersN/A67.645.8N/A-32.2%
Total9367072,4961,60119.6%

Top Export Markets for Virgin Olive Oil from Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Kuwait (371.3 tons)
  2. United Arab Emirates (117.0 tons)
  3. Bahrain (45.6 tons)
  4. Oman (14.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the virgin olive oil 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 261 - Oil of Olives, Virgin

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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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