Synthetic filament fabric imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic filament fabric by Rwanda reached $10.6 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 40% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $17.5 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 | $10.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $17.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $16.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 996 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 574 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $549K | 153 t |
Where Rwanda imports synthetic filament fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.3M | 97% |
| India | $117K | 1.1% |
| Uganda | $64K | 0.6% |
| Tanzania | $47K | 0.4% |
| France | $15K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $14K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $12K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0% |
| Benin | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5407
| 5407.61 | Smooth polyester fabric | 29% |
| 5407.54 | Printed textured polyester fabric | 24% |
| 5407.52 | Textured polyester fabric (dyed) | 21% |
| 5407.42 | Dyed nylon fabric | 13% |
| 5407.53 | Multi-color textured polyester fabric | 5% |
| 5407.51 | Textured polyester fabric (natural) | 2.5% |
| 5407.72 | Acrylic filament dyed | 1.3% |
| 5407.69 | Polyester blend fabric (smooth) | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5407.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.56 per kg, close to the world average of $5.62.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda synthetic filament fabric imports (HS 5407): 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 5407: Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 5404.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament fabric imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported synthetic filament fabric worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 129th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament fabric to Rwanda?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by India (1%) and Uganda (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Benin grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.56 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $5.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic filament fabric to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $549 thousand in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $17.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament fabric?
The HS code for synthetic filament fabric is heading 5407. In Rwanda the largest six-digit codes were 5407.61 (29% of the value) and 5407.54 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Rwanda reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
World synthetic filament fabric trade: top importers and exporters
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