Dyed synthetic knit fabric imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported dyed synthetic knit fabric worth $51.6 million (22.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $51.6M | 22.6K t |
| 2023 | $46.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $47.7M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $32.2M | 11.0K t |
| 2020 | $35.6M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $46.0M | 11.4K t |
| 2018 | $30.6M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $28.0M | 7.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports dyed synthetic knit fabric from
China alone supplied 95% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $48.9M | 95% |
| Egypt | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $602K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $174K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $116K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $108K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $96K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $95K | 0.2% |
| India | $78K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $28K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.29 per kg, 59% below the world average of $5.58, 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.
Dyed synthetic knit fabric exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $4.9 million of dyed synthetic knit fabric in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Oman (39%), United Arab Emirates (37%), Kuwait (24%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Oman | $1.9M | 39% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 37% |
| Kuwait | $1.2M | 24% |
| Argentina | $32K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia dyed synthetic knit fabric imports (HS 6006.32): 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 6006.32: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, dyed.
Common questions
What is the value of dyed synthetic knit fabric imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported dyed synthetic knit fabric worth $51.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 197 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply dyed synthetic knit fabric to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($48.9 million), followed by Egypt (2%) and South Korea (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 185% on the year.
What is the average import price of dyed synthetic knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.29 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $5.58 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dyed synthetic knit fabric to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.0 million in 2017 to $51.6 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $39.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export dyed synthetic knit fabric?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Oman, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $46.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for dyed synthetic knit fabric?
The HS code for dyed synthetic knit fabric is subheading 6006.32. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Saudi Arabia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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