Artificial filament sewing thread imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $4.6 million of artificial filament sewing thread in 2024 (115 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 175 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $4.6M | 115 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 161 t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 213 t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 154 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 141 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 111 t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 138 t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 137 t |
Where the United States imports artificial filament sewing thread from
Germany alone supplied 78% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.6M | 78% |
| India | $254K | 5.5% |
| Mexico | $248K | 5.3% |
| Indonesia | $152K | 3.3% |
| China | $75K | 1.6% |
| Dominican Republic | $66K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $43K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $39K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $36K | 0.8% |
| France | $24K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.47 per kg, 697% 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.
Artificial filament sewing thread exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported artificial filament sewing thread worth $1.4 million (81 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 108 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (37%), Dominican Republic (22%), Nicaragua (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+155% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $508K | 37% |
| Dominican Republic | $303K | 22% |
| Nicaragua | $131K | 9.5% |
| Canada | $78K | 5.6% |
| Philippines | $47K | 3.4% |
| Costa Rica | $27K | 2% |
| Sri Lanka | $26K | 1.9% |
| Guatemala | $25K | 1.8% |
| China | $24K | 1.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $23K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 the United States?
The United States imported artificial filament sewing thread worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 115 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 175 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial filament sewing thread to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by India (5%) and Mexico (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 377% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial filament sewing thread per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.47 per kg in 2024, 697% 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 the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $5.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export artificial filament sewing thread?
Yes. The United States exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 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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