Artificial filament sewing thread imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
Ethiopia imported $5.2 million of artificial filament sewing thread in 2024 (695 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 175 countries for imports of this product. That is 60% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.2M | 695 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 519 t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 457 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 416 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 250 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 285 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 293 t |
| 2017 | $893K | 133 t |
Where Ethiopia imports artificial filament sewing thread from
China alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.2M | 100% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $2K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.43 per kg, 46% above the world average of $5.08. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia artificial filament sewing thread imports (HS 5401.20): 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 5401.20: Sewing thread: of artificial filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial filament sewing thread imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported artificial filament sewing thread worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 695 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 175 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial filament sewing thread to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (0%) and Hong Kong (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial filament sewing thread per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.43 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $5.08 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of artificial filament sewing thread to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $893 thousand in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 479%. The peak was 2022 at $6.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial filament sewing thread?
The HS code for artificial filament sewing thread is subheading 5401.20. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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