Flexible intermediate bulk containers imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $8.7 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 34% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $8.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 1.5K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports flexible intermediate bulk containers from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.5M | 51% |
| Qatar | $1.5M | 18% |
| China | $751K | 8.6% |
| Indonesia | $591K | 6.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $555K | 6.4% |
| Vietnam | $322K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $173K | 2% |
| Philippines | $88K | 1% |
| Bahrain | $72K | 0.8% |
| Oman | $64K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.50 per kg, close to the world average of $2.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flexible intermediate bulk containers exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $2.4 million (163 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 81% |
| Canada | $191K | 7.9% |
| Tunisia | $190K | 7.9% |
| United States | $35K | 1.5% |
| Bahrain | $34K | 1.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $11K | 0.5% |
| Togo | $7K | 0.3% |
| Czech Republic | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia flexible intermediate bulk containers imports (HS 6305.32): 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 6305.32: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible intermediate bulk containers imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible intermediate bulk containers to Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Qatar (18%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible intermediate bulk containers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.50 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $2.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of flexible intermediate bulk containers to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. The peak was 2022 at $9.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export flexible intermediate bulk containers?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Canada and Tunisia. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers?
The HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers is subheading 6305.32. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
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