Acrylic filament tow imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported acrylic filament tow worth $46.9 million (12.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 113 countries for imports of this product. That is 52% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $127.6 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 | $46.9M | 12.5K t |
| 2023 | $97.5M | 25.6K t |
| 2022 | $127.6M | 30.3K t |
| 2021 | $82.9M | 19.1K t |
| 2020 | $83.6M | 21.8K t |
| 2019 | $95.1M | 22.4K t |
| 2018 | $80.3M | 21.0K t |
| 2017 | $76.8M | 22.1K t |
Where the United States imports acrylic filament tow from
Japan alone supplied 91% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $42.5M | 91% |
| Portugal | $3.6M | 7.7% |
| Malaysia | $273K | 0.6% |
| Senegal | $98K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $97K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $89K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $59K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $53K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $18K | 0% |
| Germany | $15K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.75 per kg, 31% above the world average of $2.86. 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 tow exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported acrylic filament tow worth $3.2 million (300 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 0%. Most of it went to Germany (46%), United Kingdom (42%), Japan (2%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+347% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.4M | 46% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 42% |
| Japan | $74K | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $59K | 1.9% |
| China | $54K | 1.7% |
| India | $50K | 1.6% |
| Guatemala | $41K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $31K | 1% |
| Bahamas | $17K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States acrylic filament tow imports (HS 5501.30): 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 5501.30: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, acrylic or modacrylic.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic filament tow imported by the United States?
The United States imported acrylic filament tow worth $46.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 113 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic filament tow to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($42.5 million), followed by Portugal (8%) and Malaysia (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 517% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic filament tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.75 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $2.86 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 tow to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $76.8 million in 2017 to $46.9 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2022 at $127.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $86.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export acrylic filament tow?
Yes. The United States exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United Kingdom and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $43.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic filament tow?
The HS code for acrylic filament tow is subheading 5501.30. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5501 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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