Plastic apparel and clothing imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported plastic apparel and clothing worth $70.1 million (30.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $144.8 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 | $70.1M | 30.1K t |
| 2023 | $51.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $71.7M | 19.1K t |
| 2021 | $144.8M | 23.7K t |
| 2020 | $93.1M | 15.4K t |
| 2019 | $56.3M | 19.2K t |
| 2018 | $57.0M | 17.6K t |
| 2017 | $36.0M | 11.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports plastic apparel and clothing from
China alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $64.7M | 92% |
| United States | $1.0M | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $875K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $568K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $536K | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $382K | 0.6% |
| India | $370K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $257K | 0.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $196K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $159K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.33 per kg, 63% below the world average of $6.35, 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.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia plastic apparel and clothing imports (HS 3926.20): 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 3926.20: Plastics: articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts).
Common questions
What is the value of plastic apparel and clothing imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported plastic apparel and clothing worth $70.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 224 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic apparel and clothing to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($64.7 million), followed by the United States (1%) and Malaysia (1%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 407% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic apparel and clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.33 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $6.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic apparel and clothing to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.0 million in 2017 to $70.1 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2021 at $144.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $72.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic apparel and clothing?
The HS code for plastic apparel and clothing is subheading 3926.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3926 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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