Saudi Arabia - Citrus Fruit - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Citrus Fruit Price in Saudi Arabia - 2021

Contents:

  1. Citrus Fruit Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022
  2. Citrus Fruit Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Citrus Fruit Imports in Saudi Arabia
  4. Citrus Fruit Exports in Saudi Arabia

Citrus Fruit Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average citrus fruit import price amounted to $658 per ton, dropping by -6.3% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $702 per ton, and then shrank in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($1,068 per ton), while the price for Turkey ($364 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Pakistan (+4.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Citrus Fruit Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average citrus fruit export price amounted to $690 per ton, which is down by -13.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 68%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $799 per ton in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($1,480 per ton), while the average price for exports to Bahrain ($292 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 Iraq (+16.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Citrus Fruit Imports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, purchases abroad of citrus fruits was finally on the rise to reach 689K tons after two years of decline. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, citrus fruit imports fell to $453M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.7% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $482M, and then dropped in the following year.

Import of Citrus Fruit in Saudi Arabia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Egypt13816022719111.4%
South Africa1301471591494.7%
Spain24.324.524.822.3-2.8%
Turkey22.19.8N/A20.2-3.0%
Morocco16.618.213.714.7-4.0%
Pakistan10.315.313.613.08.1%
Syrian Arab Republic5.15.68.87.915.7%
Lebanon9.910.55.87.8-7.6%
Others27.533.628.926.7-1.0%
Total3844244824535.7%

Top Suppliers of Citrus Fruit to Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Egypt (338.3K tons)
  2. South Africa (165.9K tons)
  3. Turkey (55.6K tons)
  4. Pakistan (24.3K tons)
  5. Syrian Arab Republic (21.7K tons)
  6. Spain (20.9K tons)
  7. Lebanon (20.4K tons)
  8. Morocco (13.4K tons)

Citrus Fruit Exports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, shipments abroad of citrus fruits decreased by -70.9% to 4.9K tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 1,068% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 23K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, citrus fruit exports shrank dramatically to $3.4M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 1,864%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $14M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Export of Citrus Fruit in Saudi Arabia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Kuwait0.65.23.71.946.8%
Bahrain0.12.61.90.681.7%
SlovakiaN/AN/AN/A0.30%
PolandN/AN/AN/A0.20%
United Arab EmiratesN/A0.80.70.1-64.6%
YemenN/A3.66.1N/A69.4%
OmanN/A0.60.4N/A-33.3%
EgyptN/A0.40.1N/A-75.0%
IraqN/A0.30.5N/A66.7%
OthersN/A0.10.20.373.2%
Total0.713.613.63.469.4%

Top Export Markets for Citrus Fruit from Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Kuwait (2209.3 tons)
  2. Bahrain (1939.7 tons)
  3. Slovakia (331.2 tons)
  4. Poland (160.2 tons)
  5. United Arab Emirates (116.3 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the citrus fruit 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 507 - Grapefruit and pomelo
  • FCL 497 - Lemons and limes
  • FCL 490 - Oranges
  • FCL 495 - Tangerines, mandarins, clementines, satsumas
  • FCL 512 - Citrus fruit nes

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

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
  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. Yield And Growth
    16. Exports And Growth
    17. Export Prices And Growth
    18. Market Size And Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports And Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    25. Yield, 2012–2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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