Textile covered rubber thread trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in textile covered rubber thread was worth $364.3 million in 2024, about 55.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017, and up 5% 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 | $364.3M | 55.9K t |
| 2023 | $347.9M | 49.5K t |
| 2022 | $385.5M | 52.7K t |
| 2021 | $431.4M | 62.0K t |
| 2020 | $366.3M | 50.6K t |
| 2019 | $311.7M | 44.6K t |
| 2018 | $306.6M | 43.2K t |
| 2017 | $267.7M | 39.0K t |
Top textile covered rubber thread exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 66% of world exports, followed by Vietnam and the United States. The top three supply 72% between them, out of 121 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $241.7M | 66% |
| Vietnam | $12.5M | 3.4% |
| United States | $9.4M | 2.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $9.4M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $9.3M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $8.5M | 2.4% |
| Hong Kong | $6.7M | 1.8% |
| France | $6.3M | 1.7% |
| Tunisia | $5.8M | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $5.6M | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $5.6M | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Vietnam (12%), Cambodia (7%) and the United States (5%). 205 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $42.1M | 12% |
| Cambodia | $23.7M | 6.5% |
| United States | $19.4M | 5.3% |
| Bangladesh | $16.4M | 4.5% |
| Indonesia | $15.9M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $12.0M | 3.3% |
| Myanmar | $11.8M | 3.3% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $11.1M | 3.1% |
| France | $10.2M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $9.5M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $9.1M | 2.5% |
| Mexico | $8.5M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.51 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $19.62 per kg and Vietnam $5.79 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 5604.10: Rubber thread and cord: textile covered. HS 5604 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most textile covered rubber thread?
China exported $241.7 million in 2024, 66% of the world total, followed by Vietnam (3%) and the United States (3%). In all, 121 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most textile covered rubber thread?
Vietnam imported $42.1 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of Cambodia (7%) and the United States (5%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in textile covered rubber thread?
It was worth $364.3 million in 2024, about 55.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $431.4 million. 121 countries reported exports and 205 reported imports.
What is the average price of textile covered rubber thread per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.51 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $19.62 per kg and Vietnam $5.79 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 textile covered rubber thread?
The HS code for textile covered rubber thread is subheading 5604.10, 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 5604 page.
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