Elastomeric filament yarn exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported elastomeric filament yarn worth $44.9 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 80 countries for exports of this product. That is 21% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $80.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $44.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $37.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $44.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $39.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $44.9M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $65.8M | 14.2K t |
| 2018 | $71.3M | 15.7K t |
| 2017 | $80.2M | 17.2K t |
Where the United States exports elastomeric filament yarn to
The largest buyer markets were Guatemala (23%), El Salvador (21%), Canada (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+415% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $10.3M | 23% |
| El Salvador | $9.3M | 21% |
| Canada | $5.6M | 12% |
| Colombia | $4.5M | 10% |
| Peru | $3.4M | 7.6% |
| Honduras | $3.3M | 7.3% |
| Mexico | $2.9M | 6.4% |
| Brazil | $1.3M | 3% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 2.8% |
| Costa Rica | $984K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.19 per kg, 80% above the world average of $6.20. 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.
Elastomeric filament yarn imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported elastomeric filament yarn worth $37.0 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. South Korea alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $19.3M | 52% |
| China | $9.3M | 25% |
| Vietnam | $2.6M | 7% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $263K | 0.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $207K | 0.6% |
| Guatemala | $86K | 0.2% |
| India | $60K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States elastomeric filament yarn exports (HS 5402.44): 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 5402.44: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, elastomeric, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of elastomeric filament yarn exported by the United States?
The United States exported elastomeric filament yarn worth $44.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 80 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy elastomeric filament yarn from the United States?
Guatemala was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by El Salvador (21%) and Canada (12%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 39 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 415% on the year.
What is the average export price of elastomeric filament yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $11.19 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $6.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of elastomeric filament yarn from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $80.2 million in 2017 to $44.9 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2017 at $80.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import elastomeric filament yarn?
Yes. The United States imported $37.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, China and Vietnam. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for elastomeric filament yarn?
The HS code for elastomeric filament yarn is subheading 5402.44. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 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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