Synthetic tarpaulins imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported synthetic tarpaulins worth $6.1 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 29% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.0 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 | $6.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 858 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 2.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports synthetic tarpaulins from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 53% |
| Pakistan | $1.3M | 21% |
| Turkey | $853K | 14% |
| Thailand | $374K | 6.1% |
| Egypt | $132K | 2.2% |
| United States | $80K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $46K | 0.7% |
| Austria | $42K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.90 per kg, 64% below the world average of $5.29, 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 tarpaulins exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported synthetic tarpaulins worth $235 thousand (168 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Qatar accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $152K | 65% |
| Yemen | $40K | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $17K | 7.4% |
| Oman | $9K | 3.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 2.3% |
| Mauritania | $5K | 1.9% |
| Kuwait | $3K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $2K | 0.9% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia synthetic tarpaulins imports (HS 6306.12): 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 6306.12: Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds: of synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic tarpaulins imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported synthetic tarpaulins worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic tarpaulins to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Pakistan (21%) and Turkey (14%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 313% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic tarpaulins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.90 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $5.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic tarpaulins to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2018 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export synthetic tarpaulins?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $235 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, Yemen and the United Kingdom. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic tarpaulins?
The HS code for synthetic tarpaulins is subheading 6306.12. 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 6306 page.
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