Sorted textile rags trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sorted textile rags was worth $379.6 million in 2024, about 620.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017, and down 14% 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 | $379.6M | 620.8K t |
| 2023 | $441.8M | 681.1K t |
| 2022 | $502.1M | 767.8K t |
| 2021 | $429.9M | 689.7K t |
| 2020 | $330.1M | 590.5K t |
| 2019 | $323.8M | 603.1K t |
| 2018 | $277.5M | 468.6K t |
| 2017 | $296.7M | 423.2K t |
Top sorted textile rags exporting countries
Bangladesh is the largest exporter with 32% of world exports, followed by the United States and China. The top three supply 45% between them, out of 134 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $120.3M | 32% |
| United States | $28.4M | 7.5% |
| China | $20.8M | 5.5% |
| Pakistan | $18.5M | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $18.1M | 4.8% |
| Honduras | $17.1M | 4.5% |
| India | $13.9M | 3.7% |
| Poland | $12.3M | 3.2% |
| Hungary | $9.4M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $8.7M | 2.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $8.6M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $8.2M | 2.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 34% of world imports, ahead of the United States and the Netherlands. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 49% across 196 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $127.7M | 34% |
| United States | $38.7M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $17.8M | 4.7% |
| Germany | $16.4M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $13.9M | 3.7% |
| Mexico | $12.6M | 3.3% |
| Australia | $12.1M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $10.3M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $9.5M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $8.8M | 2.3% |
| France | $7.4M | 1.9% |
| Canada | $6.8M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.61 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $0.91 per kg and Poland $0.35 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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The shipment records behind Sorted textile rags (HS 6310.10) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 6310.10: Rags: used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials: sorted. HS 6310 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sorted textile rags?
Bangladesh exported $120.3 million in 2024, 32% of the world total, followed by the United States (7%) and China (5%). In all, 134 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sorted textile rags?
India imported $127.7 million in 2024, 34% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three importers together take 49%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in sorted textile rags?
It was worth $379.6 million in 2024, about 620.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $502.1 million. 134 countries reported exports and 196 reported imports.
What is the average price of sorted textile rags per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.61 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $0.91 per kg and Poland $0.35 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 sorted textile rags?
The HS code for sorted textile rags is subheading 6310.10, in chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6310 page.
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