Asbestos textiles and wearables imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $3.9 million of asbestos textiles and wearables in 2024 (69 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 162 countries for imports of this product. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.9M | 69 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 85 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 32 t |
| 2021 | $453K | 54 t |
| 2020 | $200K | 22 t |
| 2019 | $205K | 82 t |
| 2018 | $203K | 48 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 33 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports asbestos textiles and wearables from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (44%), China (29%), Turkey (8%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+771% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 44% |
| China | $1.1M | 29% |
| Turkey | $325K | 8.4% |
| United States | $243K | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $93K | 2.4% |
| Hong Kong | $58K | 1.5% |
| India | $57K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $54K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $42K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $38K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $55.92 per kg, 381% above the world average of $11.62. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6812.91: Asbestos or mixtures with a basis of asbestos (other than crocidolite): clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear, whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813.
Common questions
What is the value of asbestos textiles and wearables imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported asbestos textiles and wearables worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 69 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 162 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply asbestos textiles and wearables to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by China (29%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 771% on the year.
What is the average import price of asbestos textiles and wearables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $55.92 per kg in 2024, 381% above the world average of $11.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of asbestos textiles and wearables to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. The peak was 2023 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for asbestos textiles and wearables?
The HS code for asbestos textiles and wearables is subheading 6812.91. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6812 page.
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