Heavy combed wool fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of heavy combed wool fabric by the United States reached $27.6 million in 2024 (428 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 144 countries. That is 11% 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 | $27.6M | 428 t |
| 2023 | $30.9M | 536 t |
| 2022 | $29.2M | 548 t |
| 2021 | $26.0M | 502 t |
| 2020 | $25.1M | 445 t |
| 2019 | $33.1M | 628 t |
| 2018 | $31.3M | 612 t |
| 2017 | $30.6M | 622 t |
Where the United States imports heavy combed wool fabric from
Most of the value came from Chile (22%), United Kingdom (17%), Italy (14%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $6.1M | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $4.7M | 17% |
| Italy | $4.0M | 14% |
| Belgium | $2.9M | 11% |
| Mexico | $2.0M | 7.1% |
| Ireland | $1.9M | 6.7% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 5% |
| Peru | $1.2M | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $621K | 2.3% |
| Denmark | $507K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $64.46 per kg, 32% above the world average of $48.66. 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.
Heavy combed wool fabric exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported heavy combed wool fabric worth $9.6 million (137 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 102 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (24%), United Kingdom (11%), Mexico (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.3M | 24% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 11% |
| Mexico | $893K | 9.3% |
| Canada | $665K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $578K | 6% |
| China | $477K | 5% |
| Vietnam | $391K | 4.1% |
| France | $380K | 4% |
| Thailand | $330K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $306K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States heavy combed wool fabric imports (HS 5112.19): 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 5112.19: Fabrics, woven: of combed wool or combed fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair, of a weight exceeding 200g/m2.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy combed wool fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported heavy combed wool fabric worth $27.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 428 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 144 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy combed wool fabric to the United States?
Chile was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (17%) and Italy (14%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy combed wool fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $64.46 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $48.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy combed wool fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.6 million in 2017 to $27.6 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2019 at $33.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export heavy combed wool fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $9.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $18.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy combed wool fabric?
The HS code for heavy combed wool fabric is subheading 5112.19. It sits in HS chapter 51 (wool, fine or coarse animal hair; horsehair yarn and woven fabric). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5112 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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