Dyed cotton fabric (light) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dyed cotton fabric (light) by the United States reached $4.0 million in 2024 (294 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 138 countries for imports of this product. That is 60% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $9.9 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 | $4.0M | 295 t |
| 2023 | $9.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 320 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 244 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 208 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 183 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 165 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 158 t |
Where the United States imports dyed cotton fabric (light) from
The largest suppliers were Indonesia (43%), India (34%), South Korea (6%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+478% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 43% |
| India | $1.4M | 34% |
| South Korea | $236K | 5.9% |
| Pakistan | $210K | 5.3% |
| Italy | $124K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $85K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $84K | 2.1% |
| China | $80K | 2% |
| Spain | $51K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $16K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.48 per kg, 106% above the world average of $6.55. 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.
Dyed cotton fabric (light) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported dyed cotton fabric (light) worth $3.4 million (8 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 86 countries for exports of this product. Dominican Republic alone took 94% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $3.2M | 94% |
| Bahamas | $65K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $62K | 1.8% |
| Bermuda | $15K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $14K | 0.4% |
| Brazil | $12K | 0.4% |
| Poland | $10K | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | $8K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $7K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States dyed cotton fabric (light) imports (HS 5212.13): 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 5212.13: Fabrics, woven: of cotton, dyed, weighing not more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52.
Common questions
What is the value of dyed cotton fabric (light) imported by the United States?
The United States imported dyed cotton fabric (light) worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 294 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 138 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply dyed cotton fabric (light) to the United States?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by India (34%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 788% on the year.
What is the average import price of dyed cotton fabric (light) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.48 per kg in 2024, 106% above the world average of $6.55 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of dyed cotton fabric (light) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. The peak was 2023 at $9.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export dyed cotton fabric (light)?
Yes. The United States exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, the Bahamas and Taiwan. That compares with imports of $4.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for dyed cotton fabric (light)?
The HS code for dyed cotton fabric (light) is subheading 5212.13. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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