Light nonwoven natural fabric trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in light nonwoven natural fabric was worth $341.8 million in 2024, about 106.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 12% since 2017, and up 1% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $341.8M | 106.8K t |
| 2023 | $339.3M | 86.3K t |
| 2022 | $404.2M | 97.2K t |
| 2021 | $442.3M | 104.5K t |
| 2020 | $582.0M | 125.4K t |
| 2019 | $355.8M | 84.6K t |
| 2018 | $367.5M | 86.8K t |
| 2017 | $304.6M | 78.3K t |
Top light nonwoven natural fabric exporting countries
Exports are led by China (48%), Germany (12%) and Thailand (6%). 92 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 66%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $164.3M | 48% |
| Germany | $41.0M | 12% |
| Thailand | $21.8M | 6.4% |
| United States | $12.6M | 3.7% |
| Poland | $12.4M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $11.4M | 3.3% |
| Czech Republic | $10.1M | 3% |
| India | $9.6M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $6.8M | 2% |
| Malaysia | $6.2M | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $4.7M | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $4.7M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 6% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam and Ghana. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 16% across 177 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $21.8M | 6.4% |
| Vietnam | $20.2M | 5.9% |
| Ghana | $13.0M | 3.8% |
| Russia | $11.9M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $11.5M | 3.4% |
| Nigeria | $11.4M | 3.3% |
| Czech Republic | $10.5M | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $10.1M | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $9.9M | 2.9% |
| Bangladesh | $9.6M | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $9.0M | 2.6% |
| Japan | $8.4M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.20 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $7.72 per kg and India $2.32 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 5603.91: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2). HS 5603 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most light nonwoven natural fabric?
China exported $164.3 million in 2024, 48% of the world total, followed by Germany (12%) and Thailand (6%). In all, 92 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most light nonwoven natural fabric?
The United States imported $21.8 million in 2024, 6% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (6%) and Ghana (4%). The top three importers together take 16%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in light nonwoven natural fabric?
It was worth $341.8 million in 2024, about 106.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 12% since 2017. The peak year was 2020 at $582.0 million. 92 countries reported exports and 177 reported imports.
What is the average price of light nonwoven natural fabric per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.20 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $7.72 per kg and India $2.32 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for light nonwoven natural fabric?
The HS code for light nonwoven natural fabric is subheading 5603.91, in chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5603 page.
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