Natural rope and cordage exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $7.7 million of natural rope and cordage in 2024 (903 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 296% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 100% a year on average.
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 | $7.7M | 903 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 276 t |
| 2022 | $127K | 33 t |
| 2021 | $36K | 16 t |
| 2020 | $30K | 14 t |
| 2019 | $130K | 96 t |
| 2018 | $101K | 59 t |
| 2017 | $60K | 26 t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports natural rope and cordage to
One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+312% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $7.6M | 99% |
| Yemen | $46K | 0.6% |
| Indonesia | $6K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0% |
| Qatar | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.52 per kg, 149% above the world average of $3.42. 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.
Natural rope and cordage imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of natural rope and cordage by Saudi Arabia reached $5.8 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (44%), Portugal (36%), India (5%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+274% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 44% |
| Portugal | $2.1M | 36% |
| India | $289K | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $219K | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $159K | 2.8% |
| Bangladesh | $115K | 2% |
| Brazil | $98K | 1.7% |
| United States | $58K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $44K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $37K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia natural rope and cordage exports (HS 5607.90): 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 5607.90: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5607, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of natural rope and cordage exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported natural rope and cordage worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 903 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 160 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 296% on 2023.
Which countries buy natural rope and cordage from Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by Yemen (1%) and Indonesia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 312% on the year.
What is the average export price of natural rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.52 per kg in 2024, 149% above the world average of $3.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of natural rope and cordage from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $60 thousand in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import natural rope and cordage?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Portugal and India. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for natural rope and cordage?
The HS code for natural rope and cordage is subheading 5607.90. 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 5607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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