Narrow fabric (other materials) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in narrow fabric (other materials) was worth $175.7 million in 2024, about 20.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 4% since 2017, and down 9% 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 | $175.7M | 20.0K t |
| 2023 | $192.9M | 19.2K t |
| 2022 | $215.7M | 21.9K t |
| 2021 | $182.9M | 21.1K t |
| 2020 | $164.8M | 17.9K t |
| 2019 | $192.9M | 18.3K t |
| 2018 | $192.1M | 17.6K t |
| 2017 | $183.0M | 19.2K t |
Top narrow fabric (other materials) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (29%), Taiwan (10%) and the United States (7%). 129 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 45%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $50.5M | 29% |
| Taiwan | $17.4M | 9.9% |
| United States | $11.7M | 6.7% |
| Italy | $11.1M | 6.3% |
| Vietnam | $10.1M | 5.7% |
| India | $9.1M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $7.4M | 4.2% |
| France | $5.8M | 3.3% |
| Poland | $5.1M | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $3.7M | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $3.6M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 6% of world imports, ahead of Sri Lanka and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 17% across 195 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.4M | 5.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $9.8M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $9.0M | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $8.7M | 5% |
| Cambodia | $8.2M | 4.7% |
| Poland | $8.1M | 4.6% |
| Vietnam | $8.1M | 4.6% |
| Indonesia | $7.8M | 4.4% |
| Mexico | $6.6M | 3.8% |
| Romania | $6.0M | 3.4% |
| Malaysia | $4.6M | 2.6% |
| India | $3.7M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.78 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $26.66 per kg and India $5.59 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 5806.39: Fabrics: narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 5806.3 (excluding goods of heading no. 5807). HS 5806 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most narrow fabric (other materials)?
China exported $50.5 million in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by Taiwan (10%) and the United States (7%). In all, 129 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most narrow fabric (other materials)?
The United States imported $10.4 million in 2024, 6% of world imports, ahead of Sri Lanka (6%) and Germany (5%). The top three importers together take 17%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in narrow fabric (other materials)?
It was worth $175.7 million in 2024, about 20.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $215.7 million. 129 countries reported exports and 195 reported imports.
What is the average price of narrow fabric (other materials) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.78 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $26.66 per kg and India $5.59 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 narrow fabric (other materials)?
The HS code for narrow fabric (other materials) is subheading 5806.39, in chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5806 page.
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