Cotton loop pile fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported cotton loop pile fabric worth $10.7 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 130 countries. Value rose 488% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $16.0 million.
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 | $10.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 391 t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $16.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 534 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 160 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 208 t |
Where the United States imports cotton loop pile fabric from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.6M | 53% |
| China | $4.5M | 43% |
| Indonesia | $121K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $120K | 1.1% |
| Pakistan | $99K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $73K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $49K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $14K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $14K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $12K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.20 per kg, close to the world average of $8.30.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton loop pile fabric exports from the United States
The United States exported $2.7 million of cotton loop pile fabric in 2024 (260 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 86% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.3M | 86% |
| Japan | $134K | 4.9% |
| Guatemala | $98K | 3.6% |
| Chile | $70K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $30K | 1.1% |
| Hong Kong | $14K | 0.5% |
| France | $9K | 0.3% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $8K | 0.3% |
| El Salvador | $6K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cotton loop pile fabric imports (HS 6001.21): 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 6001.21: Fabrics: looped pile fabrics, of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton loop pile fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported cotton loop pile fabric worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 130 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 488% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton loop pile fabric to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by China (42%) and Indonesia (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 642% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton loop pile fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.20 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $8.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton loop pile fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, an increase of 399%. The peak was 2021 at $16.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export cotton loop pile fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Japan and Guatemala. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton loop pile fabric?
The HS code for cotton loop pile fabric is subheading 6001.21. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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