Plant fiber yarn trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plant fiber yarn was worth $101.1 million in 2024, about 43.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $101.1M | 43.7K t |
| 2023 | $103.1M | 39.8K t |
| 2022 | $157.2M | 72.4K t |
| 2021 | $116.5M | 46.9K t |
| 2020 | $93.8M | 41.3K t |
| 2019 | $99.0M | 40.9K t |
| 2018 | $95.5M | 38.3K t |
| 2017 | $94.7M | 35.7K t |
Top plant fiber yarn exporting countries
Exports are led by China (33%), Italy (12%) and Spain (7%). 91 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 52%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.9M | 33% |
| Italy | $11.6M | 12% |
| Spain | $7.5M | 7.4% |
| Brazil | $5.6M | 5.5% |
| India | $4.9M | 4.8% |
| Kenya | $4.5M | 4.5% |
| United States | $4.0M | 4% |
| Japan | $3.9M | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $2.6M | 2.6% |
| Tanzania | $1.9M | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Nigeria (8%), China (6%) and the United States (6%). 166 countries imported it, and the top three take 20% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $7.9M | 7.8% |
| China | $6.5M | 6.5% |
| United States | $6.0M | 5.9% |
| Japan | $5.6M | 5.6% |
| Vietnam | $5.5M | 5.5% |
| Turkey | $5.3M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $4.7M | 4.7% |
| Italy | $4.7M | 4.6% |
| India | $4.5M | 4.5% |
| Portugal | $4.5M | 4.4% |
| Mexico | $3.4M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 3.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.31 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $14.24 per kg and Kenya $0.77 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 5308: Yarn of other vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn. HS 5308 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plant fiber yarn?
China exported $32.9 million in 2024, 33% of the world total, followed by Italy (12%) and Spain (7%). In all, 91 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plant fiber yarn?
Nigeria imported $7.9 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of China (6%) and the United States (6%). 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 plant fiber yarn?
It was worth $101.1 million in 2024, about 43.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $157.2 million. 91 countries reported exports and 166 reported imports.
What is the average price of plant fiber yarn per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.31 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $14.24 per kg and Kenya $0.77 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 plant fiber yarn?
The HS code for plant fiber yarn is heading 5308, in chapter 53 (vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 5308 page.
How can I find plant fiber yarn buyers and suppliers?
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