Felt and non-woven garments imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $22.5 million of felt and non-woven garments in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 3% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $168.4 million.
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 | $22.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $21.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $24.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $25.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $168.4M | 11.3K t |
| 2019 | $18.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $17.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $17.1M | 2.7K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports felt and non-woven garments from
China alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.9M | 71% |
| Vietnam | $1.9M | 8.4% |
| Cambodia | $1.1M | 4.7% |
| Egypt | $615K | 2.7% |
| Jordan | $478K | 2.1% |
| Pakistan | $465K | 2.1% |
| India | $397K | 1.8% |
| Bahrain | $392K | 1.7% |
| Bangladesh | $388K | 1.7% |
| United States | $162K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.61 per kg, 43% below the world average of $8.12, 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.
Felt and non-woven garments exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of felt and non-woven garments by Saudi Arabia reached $14.3 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Kuwait (29%), United Arab Emirates (21%), Qatar (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia felt and non-woven garments imports (HS 6210.10): 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 6210.10: Garments: of felt or non-wovens (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of felt and non-woven garments imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported felt and non-woven garments worth $22.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply felt and non-woven garments to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($15.9 million), followed by Vietnam (8%) and Cambodia (5%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of felt and non-woven garments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.61 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $8.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of felt and non-woven garments to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.1 million in 2017 to $22.5 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. The peak was 2020 at $168.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export felt and non-woven garments?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $14.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for felt and non-woven garments?
The HS code for felt and non-woven garments is subheading 6210.10. 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 6210 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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