Gummed or starched fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported gummed or starched fabric worth $7.4 million (368 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 179 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.1 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 | $7.4M | 368 t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 552 t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 634 t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 748 t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 539 t |
| 2019 | $6.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 390 t |
| 2017 | $7.7M | 476 t |
Where the United States imports gummed or starched fabric from
Most of the value came from India (23%), Netherlands (22%), South Korea (18%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.7M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 22% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 18% |
| Czech Republic | $1.2M | 16% |
| Cambodia | $475K | 6.4% |
| China | $359K | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $239K | 3.2% |
| Vietnam | $131K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $109K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $65K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.15 per kg, 139% above the world average of $8.43. 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.
Gummed or starched fabric exports from the United States
The United States exported $2.0 million of gummed or starched fabric in 2024 (65 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 91 countries. The largest buyer markets were Thailand (32%), Israel (11%), Canada (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $637K | 32% |
| Israel | $232K | 12% |
| Canada | $180K | 8.9% |
| Mexico | $169K | 8.4% |
| China | $98K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $98K | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $97K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $92K | 4.6% |
| Ecuador | $72K | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $59K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States gummed or starched fabric imports (HS 5901.10): 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 5901.10: Textile fabrics: coated with gum or amylaceous substances, of a kind used for the outer covers of books or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of gummed or starched fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported gummed or starched fabric worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 368 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 179 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply gummed or starched fabric to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by the Netherlands (22%) and South Korea (18%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 35% on the year.
What is the average import price of gummed or starched fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.15 per kg in 2024, 139% above the world average of $8.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gummed or starched fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.7 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $11.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export gummed or starched fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, Israel and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for gummed or starched fabric?
The HS code for gummed or starched fabric is subheading 5901.10. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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