Flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) worth $16.6 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $16.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $15.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $14.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $14.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 685 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) from
The largest suppliers were China (18%), Poland (16%), Mexico (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+548% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 18% |
| Poland | $2.6M | 16% |
| Mexico | $1.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 7.7% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 6.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.0M | 6.2% |
| United States | $853K | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $613K | 3.7% |
| Bulgaria | $400K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $400K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.92 per kg, 21% below the world average of $7.45, 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.
Flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $7.3 million of flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Jordan (19%), Oman (16%), Kuwait (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+441% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) imports (HS 3917.32): 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 3917.32: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, other than those of item no. 3917.31, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) worth $16.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Poland (16%) and Mexico (11%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 548% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.92 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $7.45 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 plastic tubing (unreinforced) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $16.6 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $7.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, Oman and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced)?
The HS code for flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) is subheading 3917.32. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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