Sisal baler twine trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sisal baler twine was worth $54.1 million in 2024, about 25.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 29% since 2017, and down 0% 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 | $54.1M | 25.1K t |
| 2023 | $54.3M | 23.1K t |
| 2022 | $69.6M | 29.8K t |
| 2021 | $65.4M | 30.8K t |
| 2020 | $69.0M | 34.8K t |
| 2019 | $73.2M | 32.6K t |
| 2018 | $72.1M | 29.3K t |
| 2017 | $76.6M | 32.9K t |
Top sisal baler twine exporting countries
Brazil is the largest exporter with 35% of world exports, followed by Portugal and Egypt. The top three supply 64% between them, out of 90 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $18.7M | 35% |
| Portugal | $9.0M | 17% |
| Egypt | $6.7M | 13% |
| China | $4.5M | 8.3% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 3% |
| Taiwan | $1.4M | 2.7% |
| Tanzania | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $950K | 1.8% |
| France | $749K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $723K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $720K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $561K | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 25% of world imports, ahead of France and Sudan. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 50% across 176 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $13.5M | 25% |
| France | $7.4M | 14% |
| Sudan | $6.4M | 12% |
| Belgium | $2.8M | 5.2% |
| Indonesia | $2.6M | 4.9% |
| Portugal | $1.8M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 2.6% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| Myanmar | $900K | 1.7% |
| Denmark | $785K | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Taiwan averaged $14.19 per kg and Brazil $1.67 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 5607.21: Twine: binder or baler twine, of sisal or other textile fibres of the genus agave. HS 5607 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sisal baler twine?
Brazil exported $18.7 million in 2024, 35% of the world total, followed by Portugal (17%) and Egypt (12%). In all, 90 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sisal baler twine?
The United States imported $13.5 million in 2024, 25% of world imports, ahead of France (14%) and Sudan (12%). The top three importers together take 50%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in sisal baler twine?
It was worth $54.1 million in 2024, about 25.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 29% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $76.6 million. 90 countries reported exports and 176 reported imports.
What is the average price of sisal baler twine per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Taiwan averaged $14.19 per kg and Brazil $1.67 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 sisal baler twine?
The HS code for sisal baler twine is subheading 5607.21, in chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5607 page.
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