Light nonwoven synthetic fabric exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $65.7 million of light nonwoven synthetic fabric in 2024 (26.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. That is 11% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $103.9 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $65.7M | 26.3K t |
| 2023 | $74.1M | 27.5K t |
| 2022 | $95.0M | 30.6K t |
| 2021 | $103.9M | 39.3K t |
| 2020 | $67.9M | 35.2K t |
| 2019 | $60.6M | 28.0K t |
| 2018 | $63.9M | 26.8K t |
| 2017 | $71.1M | 32.4K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports light nonwoven synthetic fabric to
Most of it went to United States (39%), Belgium (13%), Germany (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $25.8M | 39% |
| Belgium | $8.6M | 13% |
| Germany | $6.9M | 11% |
| Morocco | $6.8M | 10% |
| Egypt | $3.0M | 4.6% |
| Tunisia | $2.1M | 3.2% |
| Algeria | $1.8M | 2.8% |
| Lebanon | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Jordan | $1.1M | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.49 per kg, close to the world average of $2.55.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light nonwoven synthetic fabric imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of light nonwoven synthetic fabric by Saudi Arabia reached $10.5 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Egypt (28%), China (23%), Thailand (20%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.9M | 28% |
| China | $2.4M | 23% |
| Thailand | $2.1M | 20% |
| Czech Republic | $1.7M | 16% |
| Malaysia | $473K | 4.5% |
| India | $403K | 3.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $179K | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $124K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $87K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $42K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia light nonwoven synthetic fabric exports (HS 5603.11): 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 5603.11: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of light nonwoven synthetic fabric exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported light nonwoven synthetic fabric worth $65.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 114 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy light nonwoven synthetic fabric from Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($25.8 million), followed by Belgium (13%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 40 buyer countries in total. Algeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average export price of light nonwoven synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.49 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of light nonwoven synthetic fabric from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $71.1 million in 2017 to $65.7 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $103.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $75.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import light nonwoven synthetic fabric?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $10.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Egypt, China and Thailand. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $55.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for light nonwoven synthetic fabric?
The HS code for light nonwoven synthetic fabric is subheading 5603.11. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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