Acrylic filament fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of acrylic filament fabric by the United States reached $12.9 million in 2024 (904 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 164 countries for imports of this product. That is 26% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $18.7 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 | $12.9M | 904 t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 849 t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $13.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $18.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.2M | 1.7K t |
Where the United States imports acrylic filament fabric from
Most of the value came from Japan (49%), United Kingdom (15%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+669% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $6.3M | 49% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 15% |
| China | $1.3M | 9.9% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 9% |
| Canada | $835K | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $763K | 5.9% |
| Germany | $188K | 1.5% |
| France | $98K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $54K | 0.4% |
| Romania | $53K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.24 per kg, 256% above the world average of $4.00. 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.
Acrylic filament fabric exports from the United States
The United States exported $3.7 million of acrylic filament fabric in 2024 (98 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Canada (24%), Mexico (24%), South Korea (14%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+359% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $887K | 24% |
| Mexico | $886K | 24% |
| South Korea | $510K | 14% |
| China | $494K | 13% |
| Sri Lanka | $248K | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $207K | 5.5% |
| Australia | $127K | 3.4% |
| Vietnam | $70K | 1.9% |
| Nicaragua | $65K | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $65K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States acrylic filament fabric imports (HS 5407.71): 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 5407.71: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic filaments (excluding nylon or other polyamides and polyesters), unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic filament fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported acrylic filament fabric worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 904 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 164 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic filament fabric to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by the United Kingdom (15%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 669% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic filament fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.24 per kg in 2024, 256% above the world average of $4.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of acrylic filament fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.2 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. The peak was 2019 at $18.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export acrylic filament fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic filament fabric?
The HS code for acrylic filament fabric is subheading 5407.71. 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 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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