Braid trim imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of braid trim by the United States reached $18.4 million in 2024 (900 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 186 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 4% 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 | $18.4M | 901 t |
| 2023 | $19.1M | 991 t |
| 2022 | $21.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $22.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $16.4M | 928 t |
| 2019 | $19.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $18.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $18.0M | 1.0K t |
Where the United States imports braid trim from
One supplier dominates: Mexico accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $9.3M | 51% |
| Taiwan | $2.4M | 13% |
| China | $2.4M | 13% |
| India | $1.1M | 5.7% |
| France | $789K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $724K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $521K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $214K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $192K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $173K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.40 per kg, 106% above the world average of $9.89. 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.
Braid trim exports from the United States
The United States exported $12.4 million of braid trim in 2024 (529 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 109 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (40%), Canada (13%), Jamaica (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Jamaica grew fastest (+161% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $5.0M | 41% |
| Canada | $1.6M | 13% |
| Jamaica | $524K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $452K | 3.6% |
| France | $341K | 2.7% |
| Japan | $304K | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $288K | 2.3% |
| Australia | $274K | 2.2% |
| India | $236K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $197K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States braid trim imports (HS 5808.10): 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 5808.10: Braids: in the piece.
Common questions
What is the value of braid trim imported by the United States?
The United States imported braid trim worth $18.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 900 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 186 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply braid trim to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Taiwan (13%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 116% on the year.
What is the average import price of braid trim per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.40 per kg in 2024, 106% above the world average of $9.89 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of braid trim to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.0 million in 2017 to $18.4 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2021 at $22.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export braid trim?
Yes. The United States exported $12.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Jamaica. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for braid trim?
The HS code for braid trim is subheading 5808.10. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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