Nylon filament tow trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in nylon filament tow was worth $85.4 million in 2024, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 21% since 2017, and down 13% 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 | $85.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $98.1M | 10.5K t |
| 2022 | $83.7M | 11.0K t |
| 2021 | $110.9M | 13.9K t |
| 2020 | $86.8M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $112.0M | 13.7K t |
| 2018 | $106.6M | 15.5K t |
| 2017 | $107.7M | 16.9K t |
Top nylon filament tow exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (56%), France (18%) and China (11%). 69 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 85%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $48.0M | 56% |
| France | $15.6M | 18% |
| China | $9.3M | 11% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $1.2M | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $708K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $375K | 0.4% |
| Portugal | $336K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $259K | 0.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Japan is the biggest buyer with 57% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Italy. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 69% across 123 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $49.0M | 57% |
| Germany | $5.1M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $4.9M | 5.8% |
| Spain | $3.7M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 4% |
| Thailand | $2.3M | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $1.7M | 2% |
| China | $1.5M | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 1.7% |
| Indonesia | $1.2M | 1.4% |
| Israel | $1.1M | 1.3% |
| Denmark | $973K | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.62 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $25.43 per kg and France $4.65 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 5501.10: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, of nylon or other polyamides. HS 5501 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most nylon filament tow?
The United States exported $48.0 million in 2024, 56% of the world total, followed by France (18%) and China (11%). In all, 69 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most nylon filament tow?
Japan imported $49.0 million in 2024, 57% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and Italy (6%). The top three importers together take 69%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in nylon filament tow?
It was worth $85.4 million in 2024, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 21% since 2017. The peak year was 2019 at $112.0 million. 69 countries reported exports and 123 reported imports.
What is the average price of nylon filament tow per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.62 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $25.43 per kg and France $4.65 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 nylon filament tow?
The HS code for nylon filament tow is subheading 5501.10, in chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5501 page.
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