Export Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale from Pakistan to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka imported US$13.5M of yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale (HS 5510) in 2025. India supplied US$9.4M of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$10K, a gap of US$9.4M. Pakistan's share of the market is 0.1%.

That gap matters: buyers in Sri Lanka already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to Sri Lanka grew 21% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, Sri Lanka rates 68 out of 100 (strong) and ranks 5th of 36 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale with Sri Lanka as a target market so buyers can find you.

Opportunity score
68/100 (Strong)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$0.01M
From India (2025)
US$9.43M
Market size
US$13.5M
Check before you export
Sri Lanka has used import restrictions and licensing in recent years. Confirm current rules for your product before shipping.

How much yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale does Sri Lanka import?

Sri Lanka imported US$13.5M of yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale (HS 5510) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale to Sri Lanka?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$10K of yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale to Sri Lanka in 2025, 0.1% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Sri Lanka for yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale?

India leads: US$9.4M against Pakistan's US$10K in 2025, a gap of US$9.4M.

How can I start exporting yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale to Sri Lanka?

Confirm your HS code, check Sri Lanka's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Sri Lanka as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Sri Lanka Global Trade profile explain the next steps.