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Saudi Arabia’s chemical exports surged by 5% year-on-year in 2025, reaching SAR 82.3 billion, according to GASTAT data. Chemicals and related products accounted for 22.5% of the Kingdom’s non-oil exports, which totaled SAR 366.1 billion. India emerged as the largest importer, receiving 21.4% of Saudi chemical exports (SAR 17.6 billion), followed by China (13.5%) and the UAE (5.5%). This growth highlights the chemical sector’s role in Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification strategy, reducing reliance on oil revenues.
The increase in chemical exports signals strong demand for Saudi industrial products in global markets, particularly in Asia. For traders, this data reinforces confidence in the Kingdom’s non-oil economic performance and could influence investment flows into Saudi chemical companies listed on Tadawul. The performance of regional trade partners like India and China also impacts the sector’s growth trajectory.
Moving forward, investors should monitor quarterly export reports and regional trade agreements that may further boost chemical exports. The UAE’s 5.5% share also underscores the importance of intra-Gulf trade dynamics, which could shape future export strategies and sectoral policies.
