Artificial filament fabric (natural) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported artificial filament fabric (natural) worth $7.4 million (477 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 53 countries. That is 102% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.4M | 477 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 556 t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 873 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 838 t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 984 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 643 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 250 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 213 t |
Where the United States exports artificial filament fabric (natural) to
One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.1M | 96% |
| Japan | $141K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $44K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0.3% |
| Jamaica | $23K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.2% |
| India | $10K | 0.1% |
| Mexico | $7K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $3K | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | $3K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.48 per kg, 30% above the world average of $11.92. 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.
Artificial filament fabric (natural) imports to the United States
The United States imported $902 thousand of artificial filament fabric (natural) in 2024 (74 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $657K | 73% |
| China | $81K | 9% |
| Italy | $71K | 7.9% |
| Japan | $28K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $24K | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $16K | 1.8% |
| Pakistan | $10K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $9K | 1% |
| Bulgaria | $6K | 0.6% |
| India | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States artificial filament fabric (natural) exports (HS 5408.21): 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 5408.21: Fabrics, woven: of artificial filament yarn, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial filament, strip or the like, bleached or unbleached.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial filament fabric (natural) exported by the United States?
The United States exported artificial filament fabric (natural) worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 477 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 53 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 102% on 2023.
Which countries buy artificial filament fabric (natural) from the United States?
Germany was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Japan (2%) and Hong Kong (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 439% on the year.
What is the average export price of artificial filament fabric (natural) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.48 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $11.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of artificial filament fabric (natural) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 208%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import artificial filament fabric (natural)?
Yes. The United States imported $902 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, China and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial filament fabric (natural)?
The HS code for artificial filament fabric (natural) is subheading 5408.21. 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 5408 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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