Rubber and plastic headgear imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $7.9 million of rubber and plastic headgear in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 209 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 16% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average.
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 | $7.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 464 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 843 t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 865 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 168 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 230 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 150 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 183 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports rubber and plastic headgear from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 51% |
| Vietnam | $922K | 12% |
| Bangladesh | $722K | 9.2% |
| United States | $380K | 4.8% |
| Italy | $218K | 2.8% |
| Cambodia | $196K | 2.5% |
| Pakistan | $164K | 2.1% |
| Myanmar | $164K | 2.1% |
| India | $156K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $143K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.47 per kg, 56% below the world average of $10.12, 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 rubber and plastic headgear imports (HS 6506.91): 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 6506.91: Headgear: (other than safety headgear), of rubber or plastics, whether or not lined or trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber and plastic headgear imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported rubber and plastic headgear worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 209 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber and plastic headgear to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Vietnam (12%) and Bangladesh (9%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Myanmar grew fastest among the top ten, up 721% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber and plastic headgear per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.47 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $10.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber and plastic headgear to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 503%. The peak was 2023 at $9.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber and plastic headgear?
The HS code for rubber and plastic headgear is subheading 6506.91. It sits in HS chapter 65 (headgear and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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