Knit garments (other materials) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported knit garments (other materials) worth $35.0 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 215 countries for imports of this product. That is 21% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $49.1 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 | $35.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $44.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $49.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $47.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $16.1M | 730 t |
| 2019 | $16.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $16.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 528 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports knit garments (other materials) from
The largest suppliers were Vietnam (20%), Bangladesh (14%), Cambodia (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.64 per kg, 35% above the world average of $21.23. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Knit garments (other materials) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of knit garments (other materials) by Saudi Arabia reached $14.4 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Yemen accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+462% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Yemen | $10.9M | 76% |
| Bahrain | $2.4M | 17% |
| United Arab Emirates | $765K | 5.3% |
| Kuwait | $164K | 1.1% |
| France | $29K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $27K | 0.2% |
| Qatar | $6K | 0% |
| Oman | $5K | 0% |
| Italy | $5K | 0% |
| United States | $5K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia knit garments (other materials) imports (HS 6114.90): 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 6114.90: Garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61.
Common questions
What is the value of knit garments (other materials) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported knit garments (other materials) worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 215 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit garments (other materials) to Saudi Arabia?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Bangladesh (14%) and Cambodia (13%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. Sri Lanka grew fastest among the top ten, up 259% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit garments (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.64 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $21.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of knit garments (other materials) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024, an increase of 172%. The peak was 2022 at $49.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export knit garments (other materials)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $14.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Yemen, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit garments (other materials)?
The HS code for knit garments (other materials) is subheading 6114.90. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6114 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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