Report Update Nov 1, 2024

Saudi Arabia - Potato Chips - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Saudi Arabia: Potato Chips Market 2024

Potato Chips Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi potato chips market declined modestly to $X in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, consumption posted temperate growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Potato Chips Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, potato chips production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production posted a temperate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 54%. Potato chips production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Potato Chips Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2022, overseas shipments of potato chips were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, exports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 184%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, potato chips exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 190% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Jordan (X tons) was the main destination for potato chips exports from Saudi Arabia, with a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by Armenia (X tons), with a 1.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Jordan was relatively modest.

In value terms, Jordan ($X) remains the key foreign market for potato chips exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Armenia ($X), with a 4.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Jordan totaled -5.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average potato chips export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -2.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 11%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Armenia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Jordan stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Armenia (+5.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Potato Chips Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2022, imports of potato chips into Saudi Arabia amounted to X tons, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, imports recorded a slight expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 73%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, potato chips imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a pronounced increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 81%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), France (X tons) and Egypt (X tons) were the main suppliers of potato chips imports to Saudi Arabia, together comprising 55% of total imports.

From 2013 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +2.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of potato chips to Saudi Arabia, comprising 40% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt ($X), with an 8.4% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a 7.1% share.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States stood at +5.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Egypt (0.0% per year) and France (-51.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average potato chips import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed a notable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 4.7%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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 the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+14.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for potato chips in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, together accounting for 34% of global consumption. Japan, Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, Italy, Germany, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Mexico and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of potato chips in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, with a combined 34% share of global production. Japan, Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, Italy, Bangladesh, Germany, the Netherlands, Mexico and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of potato chips to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of potato chips to Saudi Arabia, comprising 28% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with an 11% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of potato chips from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Tanzania, Egypt and New Zealand appeared to be the largest markets for potato chips exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, together comprising 82% of total exports.

What is the average export price for potato chips in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average potato chips export price amounted to $4,174 per ton, rising by 7.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for potato chips in Saudi Arabia?

The average potato chips import price stood at $2,567 per ton in 2020, approximately equating the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potato chips 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:

Prodcom 10311430 - Potatoes prepared or preserved in the form of flour, meal or flakes (excluding frozen, crisps, by vinegar or acetic acid)
Prodcom 10311460 - Potatoes prepared or preserved, including crisps (excluding frozen, dried, by vinegar or acetic acid, in the form of flour, m eal or flakes)

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

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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. 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. 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. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
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