Plied polyester staple yarn trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plied polyester staple yarn was worth $604.0 million in 2024, about 227.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017, and up 12% 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 | $604.0M | 227.7K t |
| 2023 | $541.5M | 201.5K t |
| 2022 | $686.6M | 222.0K t |
| 2021 | $636.0M | 225.7K t |
| 2020 | $491.1M | 186.3K t |
| 2019 | $640.2M | 221.6K t |
| 2018 | $584.5M | 193.6K t |
| 2017 | $554.3M | 190.1K t |
Top plied polyester staple yarn exporting countries
Exports are led by China (66%), India (7%) and Indonesia (7%). 72 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 81%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $399.0M | 66% |
| India | $44.9M | 7.4% |
| Indonesia | $43.8M | 7.3% |
| Egypt | $35.2M | 5.8% |
| Vietnam | $9.9M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $9.6M | 1.6% |
| Nepal | $8.3M | 1.4% |
| Slovakia | $6.8M | 1.1% |
| Italy | $6.8M | 1.1% |
| United States | $5.6M | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $4.9M | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $3.6M | 0.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Bangladesh (21%), Turkey (8%) and Vietnam (7%). 163 countries imported it, and the top three take 36% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $124.9M | 21% |
| Turkey | $47.5M | 7.9% |
| Vietnam | $42.6M | 7.1% |
| Egypt | $41.8M | 6.9% |
| Pakistan | $34.7M | 5.8% |
| Brazil | $30.3M | 5% |
| United States | $23.9M | 4% |
| Germany | $18.8M | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $17.6M | 2.9% |
| Cambodia | $15.6M | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $14.3M | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $12.9M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Slovakia averaged $9.51 per kg and Nepal $1.61 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 5509.22: Yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester, not put up for retail sale. HS 5509 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plied polyester staple yarn?
China exported $399.0 million in 2024, 66% of the world total, followed by India (7%) and Indonesia (7%). In all, 72 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plied polyester staple yarn?
Bangladesh imported $124.9 million in 2024, 21% of world imports, ahead of Turkey (8%) and Vietnam (7%). The top three importers together take 36%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plied polyester staple yarn?
It was worth $604.0 million in 2024, about 227.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $686.6 million. 72 countries reported exports and 163 reported imports.
What is the average price of plied polyester staple yarn per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Slovakia averaged $9.51 per kg and Nepal $1.61 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for plied polyester staple yarn?
The HS code for plied polyester staple yarn is subheading 5509.22, 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 5509 page.
How can I find plied polyester staple yarn buyers and suppliers?
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