Flexible intermediate bulk containers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $402.4 million (140.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $517.4 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 | $402.4M | 140.4K t |
| 2023 | $367.6M | 131.6K t |
| 2022 | $517.4M | 150.3K t |
| 2021 | $509.0M | 151.4K t |
| 2020 | $377.2M | 127.7K t |
| 2019 | $407.2M | 132.9K t |
| 2018 | $450.8M | 151.8K t |
| 2017 | $366.7M | 117.7K t |
Where the United States imports flexible intermediate bulk containers from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $251.5M | 63% |
| Mexico | $62.2M | 16% |
| China | $37.0M | 9.2% |
| Vietnam | $22.3M | 5.6% |
| Turkey | $9.0M | 2.2% |
| Bangladesh | $4.7M | 1.2% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 0.5% |
| Finland | $1.5M | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $1.3M | 0.3% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.86 per kg, close to the world average of $2.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flexible intermediate bulk containers exports from the United States
Exports of flexible intermediate bulk containers by the United States reached $16.7 million in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (49%), Canada (12%), Poland (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Chile grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $8.1M | 49% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 12% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 6.2% |
| Vietnam | $769K | 4.6% |
| Australia | $607K | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $598K | 3.6% |
| Chile | $466K | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $306K | 1.8% |
| Argentina | $242K | 1.5% |
| China | $227K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States flexible intermediate bulk containers imports (HS 6305.32): 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 6305.32: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible intermediate bulk containers imported by the United States?
The United States imported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $402.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 140.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 204 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible intermediate bulk containers to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($251.5 million), followed by Mexico (15%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible intermediate bulk containers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.86 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $2.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of flexible intermediate bulk containers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $366.7 million in 2017 to $402.4 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $517.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $424.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export flexible intermediate bulk containers?
Yes. The United States exported $16.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Poland. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $385.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers?
The HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers is subheading 6305.32. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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