Chenille fabric, synthetic imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chenille fabric, synthetic by the United States reached $144.4 million in 2024 (11.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 154 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 13% on 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 | $144.4M | 11.6K t |
| 2023 | $127.9M | 9.6K t |
| 2022 | $172.6M | 12.5K t |
| 2021 | $159.9M | 11.8K t |
| 2020 | $130.3M | 9.1K t |
| 2019 | $105.4M | 9.6K t |
| 2018 | $97.7M | 13.8K t |
| 2017 | $97.2M | 12.4K t |
Where the United States imports chenille fabric, synthetic from
China alone supplied 77% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $111.1M | 77% |
| Turkey | $11.3M | 7.8% |
| India | $7.7M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $3.8M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $2.9M | 2% |
| Mexico | $2.2M | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 0.7% |
| France | $881K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $816K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.47 per kg, 49% above the world average of $8.35. 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.
Chenille fabric, synthetic exports from the United States
The United States exported $20.2 million of chenille fabric, synthetic in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 95 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Dominican Republic (46%), Mexico (27%), Canada (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+280% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $9.3M | 46% |
| Mexico | $5.5M | 27% |
| Canada | $1.4M | 6.8% |
| Vietnam | $942K | 4.7% |
| Indonesia | $341K | 1.7% |
| Mauritania | $325K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $259K | 1.3% |
| France | $241K | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $215K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $213K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States chenille fabric, synthetic imports (HS 5801.36): 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 5801.36: Fabrics: chenille, of man-made fibres, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806.
Common questions
What is the value of chenille fabric, synthetic imported by the United States?
The United States imported chenille fabric, synthetic worth $144.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 154 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply chenille fabric, synthetic to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($111.1 million), followed by Turkey (8%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 301% on the year.
What is the average import price of chenille fabric, synthetic per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.47 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $8.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chenille fabric, synthetic to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $97.2 million in 2017 to $144.4 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2022 at $172.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $129.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export chenille fabric, synthetic?
Yes. The United States exported $20.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Mexico and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $124.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for chenille fabric, synthetic?
The HS code for chenille fabric, synthetic is subheading 5801.36. 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 5801 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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