Synthetic strip fabric imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported synthetic strip fabric worth $3.5 million (4.9 thousand tonnes). That is 39% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $8.0 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 | $3.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 696 t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 917 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 674 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports synthetic strip fabric from
Most of the value came from Egypt (43%), China (30%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+575% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.5M | 43% |
| China | $1.1M | 30% |
| United States | $278K | 7.8% |
| Taiwan | $150K | 4.2% |
| Syria | $127K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $105K | 3% |
| India | $81K | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $35K | 1% |
| Greece | $32K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $26K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, 71% below the world average of $2.53, 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 strip fabric exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $108.9 million of synthetic strip fabric in 2024 (45.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 123 countries. Most of it went to United States (33%), United Arab Emirates (9%), Belgium (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+357% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $36.1M | 33% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10.2M | 9.4% |
| Belgium | $8.8M | 8.1% |
| Turkey | $7.2M | 6.6% |
| Australia | $6.8M | 6.3% |
| Egypt | $6.3M | 5.8% |
| United Kingdom | $4.6M | 4.2% |
| Algeria | $4.2M | 3.9% |
| Jordan | $3.5M | 3.2% |
| New Zealand | $2.7M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia synthetic strip fabric imports (HS 5407.20): 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 5407.20: Fabrics, woven: from strip or the like, of synthetic textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic strip fabric imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported synthetic strip fabric worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic strip fabric to Saudi Arabia?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by China (30%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 575% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic strip fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 71% below the world average of $2.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic strip fabric to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 99%. The peak was 2019 at $8.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export synthetic strip fabric?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $108.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the United Arab Emirates and Belgium. That compares with imports of $3.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for synthetic strip fabric?
The HS code for synthetic strip fabric is subheading 5407.20. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Saudi Arabia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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