Artificial staple fiber (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of artificial staple fiber (other) by the United States reached $53.6 million in 2024 (17.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 58 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $53.6M | 17.5K t |
| 2023 | $49.7M | 14.1K t |
| 2022 | $65.2M | 16.5K t |
| 2021 | $57.3M | 14.5K t |
| 2020 | $33.3M | 11.8K t |
| 2019 | $52.3M | 14.4K t |
| 2018 | $52.0M | 15.7K t |
| 2017 | $54.8M | 17.6K t |
Where the United States exports artificial staple fiber (other) to
The largest buyer markets were China (30%), Spain (29%), Israel (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+253% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.07 per kg, 33% above the world average of $2.31. 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 staple fiber (other) imports to the United States
Imports of artificial staple fiber (other) by the United States reached $33.5 million in 2024 (11.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 123 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Austria accounted for 86% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $28.9M | 86% |
| United Kingdom | $4.1M | 12% |
| Taiwan | $195K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $92K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $62K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $33K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $29K | 0.1% |
| China | $28K | 0.1% |
| Mexico | $17K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $4K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States artificial staple fiber (other) exports (HS 5504.90): 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 5504.90: Fibres: artificial staple fibres, other than of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial staple fiber (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported artificial staple fiber (other) worth $53.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 58 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy artificial staple fiber (other) from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 30% of the value ($16.1 million), followed by Spain (29%) and Israel (17%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 51 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 314% on the year.
What is the average export price of artificial staple fiber (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.07 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $2.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of artificial staple fiber (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $54.8 million in 2017 to $53.6 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2022 at $65.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $52.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import artificial staple fiber (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $33.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Austria, the United Kingdom and Taiwan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial staple fiber (other)?
The HS code for artificial staple fiber (other) is subheading 5504.90. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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