Top 10 Exports Of Pakistan

Pakistan has steadily grown to become one of the fastest developing countries in the world. A clear sign of this development is its positive credit rating outlook. Pakistan has always been a strong exporter of various goods and is expected to continue to grow, possibly becoming a major economy soon. Here are Pakistan\’s most valuable export commodities:

  • Textiles and worn clothing: $4.1 billion (17.1% of total exports)
  • Cotton: $3.5 billion (14.9%)
  • Knitted or crocheted clothing and accessories: $2.9 billion (12%)
  • Clothing accessories: $2.6 billion (10.9%)
  • Cereals: $2.4 billion (9.9%)
  • Leather/animal gut articles: $662.7 million (2.8%)
  • Sugar and manufactured products: $519 million (2.2%)
  • Mineral fuels including oil: $499.5 million (2.1%)
  • Beverages, spirits, vinegar: $453.1 million (1.9%)
  • Salt, sulfur, stone, cement: $445.4 million (1.9%)
  • Fish and poultry: $422 million (1.8%)

These categories account for over three-quarters (76.5%) of Pakistan\’s total exports. Mineral fuels were the fastest-growing export sector, increasing by 93.2%. Cereals grew by 34.2%, and beverages, spirits, and vinegar saw an 18.6% increase.

List of Major Exports

  • Rice
  • Mangoes
  • Oranges 
  • Cotton
  • Surgical Instruments
  • Leather Goods 
  • Furniture
  • Football
  • Sea Food 

Rice

Pakistan is known for producing high-quality basmati rice. Which is exported to countries like Oman, the UAE, Kenya, Thailand, and Jordan. Pakistan exported nearly 3 million metric tons of rice. Valued at $1.224 billion, positively impacting the economy. Rice has historically been the country\’s second-largest export.

Mangoes

Pakistan is the fifth-largest mango producer in the world. Growing 110 varieties such as Chaunsa, Sindhri, Langra, and Anwar Ratool. Major importers of Pakistani mangoes include Iran, China. The Middle East, Japan, Hong Kong, and Germany.

Oranges

Pakistan is known for its high-quality oranges, known as Kinnows. In 2018, Pakistan exported 370,000 metric tons of oranges, bringing in $222 million. Major importers of Pakistani oranges. Include Russia, the Philippines, Iran, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia. Canada, Bangladesh, Malaysia, and the UAE.

Cotton

Cotton is one of Pakistan\’s main crops. Pakistan exported 33,683 metric tons of cotton fiber. 332,325 metric tons of cotton yarn, and textile products worth $8.793 billion. Major importers of Pakistani cotton and textile products. Include China, Germany, the US, the UK, France, Russia, Italy, Spain, Canada, Brazil, Australia, and the Netherlands.

Surgical Instruments

Pakistan is home to about 3,600 firms that employ 150,000 people. To manufacture high-quality surgical and dental instruments. Pakistan exported surgical instruments worth $221.298 million to countries. Like the USA, the UK, Germany, Brazil, France, Australia, and Russia.

Leather Goods

Pakistan\’s leather industry produces bags, jackets, pants, shoes, and other items. Pakistan exported leather goods worth $478.85 million to countries. Such as Russia, Italy, France, Canada, the UK, the US, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, and Brazil.

Furniture

Pakistan manufactures high-quality furniture in Punjab. Exports $8 million to $12 million worth annually to countries like the UK, Germany, Spain, Italy, and the US. China is also working to establish Pakistani furniture outlets in its major cities.

Footballs

Pakistan is known for producing high-quality footballs. In 2018, Pakistan exported 37.28 million footballs worth $153.018 million. Pakistani-made footballs have been used in FIFA tournaments. Including the Telstar and Brazuca balls for the World Cups in Russia and Brazil. Pakistan has provided hand-stitched footballs for World Cups from 1990 to 2010.

Seafood

Pakistan exports a large quantity of fresh shrimps and prawns. The country exported fish worth $264.18 million, mainly to the European Union and China.

List of Pakistan\’s Most Valuable Exports:

RANKPAKISTAN\’S EXPORT PRODUCTVALUE (US$)CHANGE
1Linens$4,816,404,000+12.6%
2Men\’s suits, trousers (not knit or crochet)$2,475,080,000-10.1%
3Jerseys, pullovers (knit or crochet)$1,916,143,000+141.2%
4Rice$1,913,169,000-11.4%
5Women\’s clothing (not knit or crochet)$1,608,258,000+399.3%
6Yarn (85%+ cotton)$862,850,000-25.7%
7Woven cotton fabrics$772,971,000+16.6%
8Leather clothing, accessories$736,418,000+12.8%
9Stockings, hosiery (knit or crochet)$728,617,000+38.4%
10Refined copper, unwrought alloys$711,721,000+17.3%
11T-shirts, vests (knit or crochet)$693,320,000+11.8%
12Ethyl alcohol$650,508,000+62.3%
13Men\’s suits, trousers (knit or crochet)$640,989,000-23.4%
14Women\’s clothing (knit or crochet)$580,634,000+86.6%
15Processed petroleum oils$499,310,000+1764%
16Woven fabrics (85%+ cotton)$494,835,000-43.3%
17Electro-medical equipment (e.g. xrays)$488,271,000+16%
18Sports equipment$454,418,000+92.6%
19Unrefined copper$420,673,000+195.5%
20Miscellaneous articles, dress patterns$399,335,000-23.3%
21Mattresses, quilts$268,449,000+42.1%
22Gloves, mitts (knit or crochet)$258,779,000-19%
23Crude oil$256,408,000+49.1%
24Woven fabrics under 85% synthetic staple fibers$231,526,000+16.5%
25Men\’s underwear, pajamas (knit or crochet)$209,424,000+25.5%
26Tracksuits, swimwear (not knit or crochet)$207,176,000+287.5%
27Men\’s shirts (knit or crochet)$205,620,000-65.4%
28Zinc ores, concentrates$199,776,000+10589%
29Men\’s overcoats, jackets$188,738,000+292.1%
30Woven fabrics under 85% cotton$169,797,000-22.6%
31Medication mixes in dosage$160,026,000-32.2%
32Woven fabrics (under 85% cotton)$156,479,000-46%
33Whole fish (frozen)$151,566,000+32.7%
34Footwear (leather)$143,110,000+27.1%
35Other woven fabrics under 85% synthetic staple fibers$136,714,000+47.3%
36Cases, handbags, wallets$130,825,000+309.7%
37Women\’s coats, jackets (knit or crochet)$129,290,000+2657%
38Polyacetal/ether/carbonates$122,511,000-14.5%
39Worn clothing$121,701,000-56.1%
40Curtains, drapes, blinds$118,775,000+11.8%
41Molluscs$114,044,000-6.6%
42Natural steatite$111,885,000+60.4%
43Camp items including tents, sails$108,924,000+2.9%
44Crustaceans (including lobsters)$107,016,000+4.2%
45Chromium ores, concentrates$106,232,000+12.2%
46Men\’s underwear, pajamas (knit or crochet)$103,285,000+78.8%
47Hydraulic cements$102,661,000-62.2%
48Men\’s coats, jackets (not knit or crochet)$99,389,000+220.2%
49Knotted textile floor coverings, carpets$95,856,000+30.6%
50Infant clothing (knit or crochet)$94,690,000+46.8%
51Potatoes$91,170,000-19.1%
52Aluminum (unwrought)$89,763,000+16.2%
53Other animal leather$87,141,000-16.7%
54Salts including table salt$86,809,000+27.7%
55Woven fabrics (mixed)$86,730,000-53.1%
56Styrene polymers$84,307,000-2.6%
57Corn$82,809,000-22.5%
58Solid-form sugars, fructose, glucose, lactose$82,126,000+33.9%
59Gloves, mitts (unknit and non-crochet)$80,862,000+168.4%
60Miscellaneous garments (knit or crochet)$80,168,000+426.2%
61Miscellaneous furnishings$74,267,000-6.4%
62Inedible meat flour$73,699,000+59.2%
63Molasses (from sugar extraction or refining)$73,451,000+124393%
64Plastic plates, sheets, film, tape, strips$70,857,000+2.3%
65Women\’s singlets, pyjamas (not knit or crochet)$67,853,000+90%
66Blankets, travel rugs$67,332,000+58.4%
67Fresh or dried citrus fruit$66,781,000-61.1%
68Miscellaneous nuts$64,341,000+1528%
69Cellulose fiber paper$61,498,000+55%
70Other than warp-knit fabrics$61,305,000+3.8

Conclusion

Pakistan boasts of a diverse range of high-quality exports. They contribute significantly to its economy. From the famous basmati rice to delicious mangoes and oranges. Pakistan\’s agricultural produce is sought after around the world. The country\’s textile industry, surgical instruments, leather goods, furniture, football, and seafood exports demonstrate its capabilities in various sectors. These exports not only generate substantial income. Pakistan\’s global reputation as a reliable supplier of high quality products.

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