Vegetable fiber yarn trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in vegetable fiber yarn was worth $80.1 million in 2024, about 35.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017, and down 3% 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 | $80.1M | 35.7K t |
| 2023 | $82.3M | 32.4K t |
| 2022 | $122.8M | 62.9K t |
| 2021 | $86.0M | 32.7K t |
| 2020 | $72.2M | 27.0K t |
| 2019 | $79.1M | 26.7K t |
| 2018 | $76.7M | 24.0K t |
| 2017 | $78.5M | 25.1K t |
Top vegetable fiber yarn exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 30% of world exports, followed by Italy and Spain. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 83 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.3M | 30% |
| Italy | $11.0M | 14% |
| Spain | $6.5M | 8.1% |
| Brazil | $5.5M | 6.9% |
| Kenya | $4.5M | 5.7% |
| United States | $4.0M | 5% |
| Japan | $3.9M | 4.8% |
| Vietnam | $2.5M | 3.1% |
| Tanzania | $1.8M | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 2% |
| India | $1.2M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Nigeria is the biggest buyer with 10% of world imports, ahead of China and Turkey. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 142 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $7.9M | 9.9% |
| China | $6.5M | 8.1% |
| Turkey | $4.8M | 6% |
| Japan | $4.6M | 5.7% |
| United States | $4.3M | 5.4% |
| South Korea | $4.0M | 5% |
| Mexico | $3.4M | 4.3% |
| India | $3.3M | 4.1% |
| Vietnam | $2.9M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 3.5% |
| Portugal | $2.7M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 3.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.24 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $14.28 per kg and Kenya $0.77 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 5308.90: Yarn: of vegetable textile fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5306, 5307 and 5308. HS 5308 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most vegetable fiber yarn?
China exported $24.3 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by Italy (14%) and Spain (8%). In all, 83 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most vegetable fiber yarn?
Nigeria imported $7.9 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of China (8%) and Turkey (6%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in vegetable fiber yarn?
It was worth $80.1 million in 2024, about 35.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $122.8 million. 83 countries reported exports and 142 reported imports.
What is the average price of vegetable fiber yarn per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.24 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $14.28 per kg and Kenya $0.77 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 vegetable fiber yarn?
The HS code for vegetable fiber yarn is subheading 5308.90, in chapter 53 (vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5308 page.
How can I find vegetable fiber yarn buyers and suppliers?
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