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Who is a reliable activewear, knitwear & caps supplier and exporter for Saudi Arabia?
Hurain Garments Exporter, based in Palanpur, Gujarat, manufactures, wholesales and exports activewear, knitwear & caps to buyers in Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh, Buraidah, Hofuf. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF Jeddah Islamic Port with about 5–10 days sea transit and full export documents.
Why Saudi Arabia needs activewear, knitwear & caps
Saudi Arabia is the Gulf's largest apparel market, with a young population, rapid mall and e-commerce growth under Vision 2030, and Hajj and Umrah traffic that brings millions of visitors to Makkah and Madinah every year.
Track pants, hoodies, jerseys and caps are bought by clubs, schools, gyms and promotional firms, and sell all year as casual wear.
Retail chains & stores in Saudi Arabia
Shopping malls and high-street retailers in Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam are a steady source of orders for fashion basics, with buyers watching quality, fit consistency and delivery dates closely.
In Saudi Arabia, department stores and shopping-mall brands buy activewear, knitwear & caps from us mainly for sports clubs, academies and teams and gym and athleisure retailers.
Top 30 cities for activewear, knitwear & caps in Saudi Arabia
Ranked by how closely each city's industries match the buyers of activewear, knitwear & caps. Every city links to its own page with local delivery details.
- 01Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Riyadhvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 1–2 days by rail or roadRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniformsWholesale & trading houses
- 02Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Buraidahvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 2 days by roadWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 03Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Hofufvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · a few hours by roadWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 04Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Najranvia Jeddah Islamic Port · 1–2 days by roadWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 05Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Hailvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 1–2 days by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading housesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 06Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Ararvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 2 days by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading housesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 07Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Unaizahvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 1 day by roadWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 08Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Jeddahport: Jeddah Islamic PortWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & storesOnline marketplaces & D2C brands
- 09Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Khamis Mushaitvia Jeddah Islamic Port · 1 day by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading housesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 10Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Jizanport: Jizan PortWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & stores
- 11Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Al Qatifvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · a few hours by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading houses
- 12Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Dammamport: King Abdulaziz Port DammamRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniformsWholesale & trading houses
- 13Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Hafar Al-Batinvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 1 day by roadWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & stores
- 14Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Al Mubarrazvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · a few hours by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading houses
- 15Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Qurayyatvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 2 days by roadWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & stores
- 16Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Sakakavia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 2 days by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading houses
- 17Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Meccavia Jeddah Islamic Port · 1 day by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading houses
- 18Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Medinavia Yanbu Commercial Port · 1–2 days by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading houses
- 19Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Taifvia Jeddah Islamic Port · a few hours by roadRetail chains & storesWholesale & trading houses
- 20Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Tabukvia Jeddah Islamic Port · 2–3 days by roadRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 21Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Al Kharjvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 1 day by roadWholesale & trading housesRetail chains & stores
- 22Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Abhavia Jeddah Islamic Port · 1 day by roadRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 23Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Al Khobarvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · 1 day by roadRetail chains & storesOnline marketplaces & D2C brands
- 24Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Al Bahahvia Jeddah Islamic Port · 1 day by roadRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 25Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Dhahranvia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · a few hours by roadRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 26Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Jubailport: Jubail Commercial PortRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 27Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Yanbuport: Yanbu Commercial PortRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 28Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Rabighvia Jeddah Islamic Port · a few hours by roadRetail chains & storesSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
- 29Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in AlUlavia Jeddah Islamic Port · 1–2 days by roadRetail chains & stores
- 30Activewear, Knitwear & Caps in Ras Tanuravia King Abdulaziz Port Dammam · a few hours by roadSchools, institutions & corporate uniforms
The garment market in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is the Gulf's largest apparel market, with a young population, rapid mall and e-commerce growth under Vision 2030, and Hajj and Umrah traffic that brings millions of visitors to Makkah and Madinah every year.
Buyers here are importers in Jeddah and Riyadh supply mall chains, hypermarkets and online retailers; wholesale traders in Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah buy for pilgrim and expatriate demand; contractors and government bodies buy uniforms and workwear.
What buyers in Saudi Arabia look for
Modest cuts, long sleeves and loose fits dominate; thobes and abayas sit beside T-shirts, polos, jeans and track pants for younger buyers, and school uniforms, hospital and security uniforms are bought in large tenders.
Summers are very hot, so lightweight cotton sells from April to October. Demand peaks around Ramadan, Eid, Hajj, National Day (23 September), back-to-school and the cooler winter months.
Import rules and labelling for Saudi Arabia
Textiles and ready-made garments are subject to SASO conformity rules and the SABER registration, with Arabic labelling of fibre content and country of origin; importers should confirm current requirements before shipment.
Duties and taxes: 15% VAT plus GCC customs duty; SASO / SABER conformity may apply. Rates change, so confirm the HS code and duty with your customs broker before you finalise landed cost; we supply the invoice, packing list and certificate of origin needed for clearance.
Activewear, Knitwear & Caps we supply to Saudi Arabia
Track Pants & Shorts: Knitted track pants, joggers and shorts in cotton terry and polyester for sportswear, loungewear and promotional use. Typically 1,000–2,000 pieces per style, with up to three colours; lead time 35–50 days.
Hoodies & Sweatshirts: Pullover and zip hoodies, crew sweatshirts and oversized fleece tops in cotton-polyester fleece for retail and promotions. Typically 800–1,500 pieces per style, up to three colours; lead time 40–55 days.
Sportswear & Jerseys: Sublimated team jerseys, cricket and football kits, training tops and shorts in dry-fit polyester for clubs and retailers. Typically 50–100 sets per design for custom sublimated kits; 500 pieces for stock designs; lead time 20–35 days for custom kits; 40 days for large club orders.
Caps: Baseball, sports, trucker and promotional caps in cotton twill with embroidery, print and woven patches. Typically 1,000–3,000 pieces per design; 500 pieces for stock colours with simple embroidery; lead time 25–40 days.
Who buys activewear, knitwear & caps in Saudi Arabia
Knitwear is the strength of Tiruppur, Ludhiana and Noida. Track pants, joggers, hoodies and sports jerseys are made on fast circular-knit lines, and caps and headwear are made in Delhi NCR and Mumbai. These products are bought by sports clubs, promotional companies, retailers and wholesalers, and they suit mixed containers with T-shirts and polos.
Importers in Jeddah and Riyadh supply mall chains, hypermarkets and online retailers; wholesale traders in Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah buy for pilgrim and expatriate demand; contractors and government bodies buy uniforms and workwear.
Activewear, Knitwear & Caps made in bulk to your colour, size and design
You are not limited to stock designs. We make activewear, knitwear & caps in bulk in the colour you choose, in the sizes and size ratio your customers wear, and in the design you supply for the Saudi Arabia market. A reference garment, a tech pack, a sketch or even a photograph is enough to start.
How it works: send a Pantone code or fabric swatch for colour and we return a lab-dip; send your size chart and the ratio you want in each carton; send artwork, print, embroidery or label files for the design. We make a sample for approval and then produce the bulk to that approved sample, so the order you receive matches the one you signed off.
- Colour: any Pantone-matched shade or stock colour.
- Size: any size chart, ratio and carton pack.
- Design and branding: your own cut, print, embroidery, labels and packaging.
Fabrics, sizes and packing for Saudi Arabia
Fabrics: Cotton French terry, brushed fleece, interlock, polyester micro-mesh, dry-fit knit.
Size range: S–3XL adult; kids 4–14 years; XS–5XL on request.
Fabric weight: Track pants 180–280 GSM; hoodies 280–380 GSM; jerseys 130–180 GSM.
Decoration: Sublimation, screen print, embroidery, applique, heat-transfer.
Branding: Private label, woven labels, hang tags, barcodes.
Packing: Individual polybag, ratio-packed cartons, compressed packing for hoodies.
Buyer's checklist for activewear, knitwear & caps
- Choose fabric: cotton terry, fleece or polyester
- Approve fit and pocket layout
- Choose fabric weight and composition
- Approve fit: regular, boxy or oversized
- Provide a design brief or logo files
- Approve digital mock-ups
- Choose crown structure and fabric
- Send logo files for embroidery digitising
Shipping activewear, knitwear & caps to Saudi Arabia
We ship from Mundra, Kandla or Nhava Sheva to Jeddah Islamic Port in about 5–10 days, quoted FOB, CFR or CIF. Several activewear, knitwear & caps can be combined in one container with one set of documents.
Payment terms: 50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders.
Importing activewear, knitwear & caps into Saudi Arabia: local guide
Practical facts for buyers in Saudi Arabia — working days, time difference, customs system, trade-agreement duty and the seasons to plan around.
| Weekend | Friday–Saturday |
|---|---|
| Our office hours in your time | 24×7 — three 8-hour shifts, every day, so the whole Saudi Arabia working day is covered |
| Country calling code | +966 (our WhatsApp: +91 87809 43729) |
| Business languages | Arabic; we correspond in English |
| Currency | Saudi riyal (SAR); quotations in USD |
| Customs system | FASAH (ZATCA single window) plus SABER for product conformity |
| Trade agreement with India | No India-specific trade agreement; standard (MFN) duty applies |
| Plan orders around | Ramadan and the Eid holidays (dates move about 11 days earlier each year), when working hours shorten and clearance can slow |
Activewear, Knitwear & Caps range for Saudi Arabia
All 4 activewear, knitwear & caps we supply in Saudi Arabia
Standards: ISO 105 colour fastness, ISO 6330 shrinkage, OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 on request, AQL 2.5 inspection or the standard your project specifies. Textiles and ready-made garments are subject to SASO conformity rules and the SABER registration, with Arabic labelling of fibre content and country of origin; importers should confirm current requirements before shipment.
Price, duties & landed cost in Saudi Arabia
| Quotation currency | USD (EUR on request); you pay in Saudi riyal (SAR) through your bank |
|---|---|
| Incoterms | EXW, FOB Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat), CFR or CIF Jeddah Islamic Port |
| Import taxes | 15% VAT plus GCC customs duty; SASO / SABER conformity may apply |
| Import conformity | Textiles and ready-made garments are subject to SASO conformity rules and the SABER registration, with Arabic labelling of fibre content and country of origin; importers should confirm current requirements before shipment. |
| Export documents | Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading; test reports and compliance documents where your market asks for them |
| Payment | 50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders. |