Synthetic filament tow (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in synthetic filament tow (other) was worth $130.1 million in 2024, about 31.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 65% since 2017, and up 20% 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 | $130.1M | 31.1K t |
| 2023 | $108.9M | 28.7K t |
| 2022 | $120.6M | 31.5K t |
| 2021 | $105.6M | 26.4K t |
| 2020 | $89.7M | 25.4K t |
| 2019 | $107.6M | 28.0K t |
| 2018 | $92.2M | 21.0K t |
| 2017 | $79.1M | 14.9K t |
Top synthetic filament tow (other) exporting countries
Japan is the largest exporter with 17% of world exports, followed by the United States and China. The top three supply 46% between them, out of 68 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $21.6M | 17% |
| United States | $21.4M | 16% |
| China | $17.5M | 13% |
| South Korea | $17.0M | 13% |
| Hungary | $13.4M | 10% |
| Denmark | $11.1M | 8.5% |
| Spain | $8.2M | 6.3% |
| South Africa | $6.7M | 5.1% |
| Singapore | $5.3M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 2% |
| Thailand | $878K | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $701K | 0.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Kenya is the biggest buyer with 20% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the United States. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 50% across 128 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $26.2M | 20% |
| Germany | $25.4M | 20% |
| United States | $13.6M | 11% |
| Tanzania | $11.7M | 9% |
| Israel | $9.8M | 7.5% |
| Spain | $6.7M | 5.2% |
| Nigeria | $5.4M | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $4.7M | 3.6% |
| Thailand | $4.5M | 3.5% |
| Pakistan | $1.7M | 1.3% |
| Myanmar | $1.5M | 1.1% |
| China | $1.5M | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Hungary averaged $10.13 per kg and South Korea $1.85 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 5501.90: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, of synthetic materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5501. HS 5501 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most synthetic filament tow (other)?
Japan exported $21.6 million in 2024, 17% of the world total, followed by the United States (16%) and China (13%). In all, 68 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most synthetic filament tow (other)?
Kenya imported $26.2 million in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of Germany (19%) and the United States (10%). 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 synthetic filament tow (other)?
It was worth $130.1 million in 2024, about 31.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 65% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 68 countries reported exports and 128 reported imports.
What is the average price of synthetic filament tow (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Hungary averaged $10.13 per kg and South Korea $1.85 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament tow (other)?
The HS code for synthetic filament tow (other) is subheading 5501.90, 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 5501 page.
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