Synthetic rope and cordage (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic rope and cordage (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $9.6 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $9.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $11.4M | 807 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $6.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $7.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 1.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports synthetic rope and cordage (other) from
Most of the value came from China (38%), United Arab Emirates (24%), Portugal (19%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 38% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.3M | 24% |
| Portugal | $1.8M | 19% |
| Greece | $485K | 5% |
| Hungary | $257K | 2.7% |
| United States | $173K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $162K | 1.7% |
| India | $128K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $114K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $107K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.01 per kg, 48% below the world average of $7.74, 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.
Synthetic rope and cordage (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $261 thousand of synthetic rope and cordage (other) in 2024 (108 tonnes). Most of it went to Jordan (36%), Mauritania (28%), United Arab Emirates (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia synthetic rope and cordage (other) imports (HS 5607.50): 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 5607.50: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic rope and cordage (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported synthetic rope and cordage (other) worth $9.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic rope and cordage (other) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (24%) and Portugal (19%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic rope and cordage (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.01 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $7.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic rope and cordage (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $9.6 million in 2024, an increase of 106%. The peak was 2023 at $11.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export synthetic rope and cordage (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $261 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, Mauritania and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic rope and cordage (other)?
The HS code for synthetic rope and cordage (other) is subheading 5607.50. 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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