Polypropylene packing sacks imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported polypropylene packing sacks worth $15.2 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $25.3 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 | $15.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $13.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $24.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2019 | $24.2M | 5.9K t |
| 2018 | $24.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2017 | $25.3M | 5.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports polypropylene packing sacks from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.32 per kg, 79% above the world average of $2.42. 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.
Polypropylene packing sacks exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported polypropylene packing sacks worth $11.5 million (4.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Egypt (49%), Germany (17%), Tunisia (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Tunisia grew fastest (+669% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia polypropylene packing sacks imports (HS 6305.33): 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 6305.33: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, of polyethylene or polypropylene strip or the like, not flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene packing sacks imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported polypropylene packing sacks worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 208 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene packing sacks to Saudi Arabia?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($9.9 million), followed by China (24%) and Oman (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 449% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene packing sacks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.32 per kg in 2024, 79% above the world average of $2.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene packing sacks to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.3 million in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2017 at $25.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export polypropylene packing sacks?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $11.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Germany and Tunisia. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene packing sacks?
The HS code for polypropylene packing sacks is subheading 6305.33. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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