Cotton knit t-shirt imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported cotton knit t-shirt worth $404.7 million (27.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $404.7M | 27.0K t |
| 2023 | $345.9M | 12.9K t |
| 2022 | $412.2M | 28.4K t |
| 2021 | $350.7M | 26.3K t |
| 2020 | $315.0M | 18.8K t |
| 2019 | $366.1M | 22.2K t |
| 2018 | $326.3M | 18.9K t |
| 2017 | $211.8M | 11.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports cotton knit t-shirt from
Most of the value came from China (27%), India (22%), Bangladesh (17%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+750% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.98 per kg, 27% below the world average of $20.53, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton knit t-shirt exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $2.3 million of cotton knit t-shirt in 2024 (135 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (38%), Egypt (14%), Netherlands (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+925% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia cotton knit t-shirt imports (HS 6109.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 6109.10: T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit t-shirt imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported cotton knit t-shirt worth $404.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit t-shirt to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($110.4 million), followed by India (22%) and Bangladesh (17%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 100 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 750% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit t-shirt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.98 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $20.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton knit t-shirt to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $211.8 million in 2017 to $404.7 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. The peak was 2022 at $412.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $341.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export cotton knit t-shirt?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and the Netherlands. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $402.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit t-shirt?
The HS code for cotton knit t-shirt is subheading 6109.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6109 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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