Cotton packing sacks imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton packing sacks by the United States reached $18.2 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 202 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $25.3 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 | $18.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $18.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $25.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $22.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $18.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $18.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $13.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.9M | 1.1K t |
Where the United States imports cotton packing sacks from
Most of the value came from China (33%), India (27%), Pakistan (9%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.0M | 33% |
| India | $4.9M | 27% |
| Pakistan | $1.7M | 9.3% |
| Indonesia | $1.2M | 6.4% |
| Italy | $843K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $716K | 3.9% |
| Cambodia | $579K | 3.2% |
| Vietnam | $376K | 2.1% |
| Guatemala | $265K | 1.5% |
| France | $217K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.61 per kg, close to the world average of $12.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton packing sacks exports from the United States
The United States exported $2.8 million of cotton packing sacks in 2024 (217 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (41%), Mexico (25%), United Kingdom (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Ecuador grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.2M | 42% |
| Mexico | $692K | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $99K | 3.5% |
| Aruba | $96K | 3.4% |
| Ecuador | $64K | 2.3% |
| Vietnam | $61K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $54K | 1.9% |
| France | $53K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $50K | 1.8% |
| Cayman Isds | $41K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cotton packing sacks imports (HS 6305.20): 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 6305.20: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of cotton.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton packing sacks imported by the United States?
The United States imported cotton packing sacks worth $18.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 202 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton packing sacks to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by India (27%) and Pakistan (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 69 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 162% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton packing sacks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.61 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $12.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cotton packing sacks to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.9 million in 2017 to $18.2 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2022 at $25.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export cotton packing sacks?
Yes. The United States exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton packing sacks?
The HS code for cotton packing sacks is subheading 6305.20. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
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