Other synthetic staple fabric trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in other synthetic staple fabric was worth $4.47 billion in 2024, about 540.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017, and up 3% 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 | $4.47B | 540.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.36B | 481.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.98B | 468.5K t |
| 2021 | $3.45B | 446.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.04B | 371.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.04B | 506.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.12B | 457.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.01B | 471.8K t |
Top other synthetic staple fabric exporting countries
Exports are led by China (51%), India (9%) and Turkey (6%). 138 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 65%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.28B | 51% |
| India | $396.7M | 8.9% |
| Turkey | $254.3M | 5.7% |
| Japan | $172.2M | 3.9% |
| Italy | $151.9M | 3.4% |
| United States | $130.9M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $120.7M | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $98.7M | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $94.2M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $86.6M | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $84.2M | 1.9% |
| France | $82.0M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Vietnam is the biggest buyer with 9% of world imports, ahead of Bangladesh and the United Arab Emirates. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 20% across 203 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $388.1M | 8.7% |
| Bangladesh | $256.5M | 5.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $240.4M | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $170.5M | 3.8% |
| Cambodia | $158.9M | 3.6% |
| Indonesia | $150.1M | 3.4% |
| Morocco | $138.8M | 3.1% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $126.6M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $120.0M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $111.7M | 2.5% |
| Nigeria | $108.0M | 2.4% |
| Afghanistan | $103.8M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.27 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $29.10 per kg and Indonesia $5.87 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 5515: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in chapter 55. HS 5515 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most other synthetic staple fabric?
China exported $2.28 billion in 2024, 51% of the world total, followed by India (9%) and Turkey (6%). In all, 138 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most other synthetic staple fabric?
Vietnam imported $388.1 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Bangladesh (6%) and the United Arab Emirates (5%). The top three importers together take 20%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in other synthetic staple fabric?
It was worth $4.47 billion in 2024, about 540.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 138 countries reported exports and 203 reported imports.
What is the average price of other synthetic staple fabric per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.27 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $29.10 per kg and Indonesia $5.87 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 other synthetic staple fabric?
The HS code for other synthetic staple fabric is heading 5515, in chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 5515 page.
How can I find other synthetic staple fabric buyers and suppliers?
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