Viscose rayon filament yarn (HS 5403.31) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in viscose rayon filament yarn (hs 5403.31) was worth $633.9 million in 2024, about 130.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 33% since 2017, and down 9% 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 | $633.9M | 130.2K t |
| 2023 | $699.9M | 120.7K t |
| 2022 | $749.7M | 134.0K t |
| 2021 | $592.4M | 119.4K t |
| 2020 | $406.1M | 80.9K t |
| 2019 | $536.5M | 102.2K t |
| 2018 | $581.1M | 113.5K t |
| 2017 | $478.2M | 95.1K t |
Top viscose rayon filament yarn (hs 5403.31) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 82% of world exports, followed by Germany and India. The top three supply 91% between them, out of 55 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $519.3M | 82% |
| Germany | $35.8M | 5.6% |
| India | $24.2M | 3.8% |
| Poland | $13.1M | 2.1% |
| Uzbekistan | $9.5M | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $8.2M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $5.0M | 0.8% |
| Indonesia | $4.9M | 0.8% |
| France | $3.6M | 0.6% |
| Bulgaria | $3.0M | 0.5% |
| Guatemala | $1.4M | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $1.0M | 0.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 52% of world imports, ahead of Pakistan and Turkey. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 71% across 116 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $326.7M | 52% |
| Pakistan | $86.0M | 14% |
| Turkey | $34.7M | 5.5% |
| Italy | $31.0M | 4.9% |
| Philippines | $13.8M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $13.8M | 2.2% |
| Morocco | $13.6M | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $13.3M | 2.1% |
| Japan | $10.7M | 1.7% |
| Belarus | $9.8M | 1.5% |
| Bangladesh | $8.2M | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $6.5M | 1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Uzbekistan averaged $10.75 per kg and Vietnam $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 5403.31: Yarn, artificial: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of viscose rayon (not high tenacity), single, untwisted or twisted 120 turns per metre or less, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. HS 5403 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most viscose rayon filament yarn (hs 5403.31)?
China exported $519.3 million in 2024, 82% of the world total, followed by Germany (6%) and India (4%). In all, 55 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most viscose rayon filament yarn (hs 5403.31)?
India imported $326.7 million in 2024, 52% of world imports, ahead of Pakistan (14%) and Turkey (5%). The top three importers together take 71%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in viscose rayon filament yarn (hs 5403.31)?
It was worth $633.9 million in 2024, about 130.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 33% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $749.7 million. 55 countries reported exports and 116 reported imports.
What is the average price of viscose rayon filament yarn (hs 5403.31) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Uzbekistan averaged $10.75 per kg and Vietnam $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 viscose rayon filament yarn (hs 5403.31)?
The HS code for viscose rayon filament yarn (hs 5403.31) is subheading 5403.31, in chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5403 page.
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