Cotton men's briefs imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported cotton men's briefs worth $8.0 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 473 t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 752 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 622 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 252 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 266 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 141 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 138 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports cotton men's briefs from
The largest suppliers were Egypt (45%), Cambodia (14%), China (13%).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.98 per kg, 65% below the world average of $19.97, 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 men's briefs exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $396 thousand of cotton men's briefs in 2024 (29 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (38%), Mauritania (33%), United Arab Emirates (27%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $150K | 38% |
| Mauritania | $130K | 33% |
| United Arab Emirates | $108K | 27% |
| Malaysia | $4K | 1% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.5% |
| Oman | $1K | 0.3% |
| Cameroon | $1K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia cotton men's briefs imports (HS 6207.11): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 6207.11: Underpants and briefs: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of cotton men's briefs imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported cotton men's briefs worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 195 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton men's briefs to Saudi Arabia?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Cambodia (14%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 16% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton men's briefs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.98 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $19.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton men's briefs to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 443%. The peak was 2023 at $10.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export cotton men's briefs?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $396 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Mauritania and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton men's briefs?
The HS code for cotton men's briefs is subheading 6207.11. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds Saudi Arabia trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World cotton men's briefs trade: top importers and exporters
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.