Cotton yarn for retail imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton yarn for retail by the United States reached $46.7 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 181 countries. That is 4% less than in 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 | $46.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $48.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $41.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $47.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $47.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $43.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $38.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $35.5M | 2.7K t |
Where the United States imports cotton yarn for retail from
Most of the value came from Canada (31%), France (20%), Mexico (17%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.04 per kg, 250% above the world average of $5.16. 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.
Cotton yarn for retail exports from the United States
Exports of cotton yarn for retail by the United States reached $138.2 million in 2024 (46.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 99 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Dominican Republic accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $136.1M | 98% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 0.8% |
| Guatemala | $566K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $81K | 0.1% |
| China | $73K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 0% |
| Honduras | $37K | 0% |
| Germany | $33K | 0% |
| Japan | $28K | 0% |
| Mexico | $26K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cotton yarn for retail imports (HS 5207.10): 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 5207.10: Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton yarn for retail imported by the United States?
The United States imported cotton yarn for retail worth $46.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 181 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton yarn for retail to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($14.4 million), followed by France (20%) and Mexico (17%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton yarn for retail per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.04 per kg in 2024, 250% above the world average of $5.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton yarn for retail to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.5 million in 2017 to $46.7 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. The peak was 2023 at $48.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $43.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export cotton yarn for retail?
Yes. The United States exported $138.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Canada and Guatemala. That compares with imports of $46.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for cotton yarn for retail?
The HS code for cotton yarn for retail is subheading 5207.10. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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