Tarpaulins and tents imports in Yemen: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Yemen imported tarpaulins and tents worth $7.2 million (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is 51% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $7.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 540 t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 432 t |
Where Yemen imports tarpaulins and tents from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $5.9M | 82% |
| China | $913K | 13% |
| Indonesia | $181K | 2.5% |
| Pakistan | $175K | 2.4% |
| Japan | $25K | 0.4% |
| India | $3K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6306
| 6306.29 | Tents: of textile materials other than synthetic fibres | 47% |
| 6306.40 | Camping goods: pneumatic mattresses | 37% |
| 6306.12 | Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds: of synthetic fibres | 9% |
| 6306.22 | Tents: of synthetic fibres | 4.5% |
| 6306.30 | Sails: for boats, sailboards or landcraft | 2.3% |
| 6306.19 | Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds: of textile materials other than synthetic fibres | 0.7% |
| 6306.90 | Camping goods: (of textile materials), n.e.c in heading no. 6306 | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6306.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, 64% below the world average of $6.10, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Yemen?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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: Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods.
Common questions
What is the value of tarpaulins and tents imported by Yemen?
Yemen imported tarpaulins and tents worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries supply tarpaulins and tents to Yemen?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by China (13%) and Indonesia (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 68% on the year.
What is the average import price of tarpaulins and tents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $6.10 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of tarpaulins and tents to Yemen changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 520%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for tarpaulins and tents?
The HS code for tarpaulins and tents is heading 6306. In Yemen the largest six-digit codes were 6306.29 (47% of the value) and 6306.40 (37%). 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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