Man-made packing sacks exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $83.9 million of man-made packing sacks in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 151 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $83.9M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $94.7M | 7.2K t |
| 2022 | $87.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $65.9M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $65.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $58.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $52.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $50.8M | 3.3K t |
Where the United States exports man-made packing sacks to
One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $63.3M | 75% |
| Canada | $5.2M | 6.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $4.4M | 5.2% |
| Australia | $1.4M | 1.7% |
| Ireland | $1.3M | 1.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $658K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $640K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $635K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $631K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $479K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.89 per kg, 138% above the world average of $5.41. 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.
Man-made packing sacks imports to the United States
The United States imported $64.7 million of man-made packing sacks in 2024 (11.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. The largest suppliers were Mexico (39%), China (39%), India (8%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $25.3M | 39% |
| China | $24.9M | 39% |
| India | $5.3M | 8.2% |
| France | $2.2M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $800K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $704K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $689K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $608K | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | $571K | 0.9% |
| Pakistan | $450K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States man-made packing sacks exports (HS 6305.39): 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 6305.39: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, not of polyethylene or polypropylene strip or the like, not flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of man-made packing sacks exported by the United States?
The United States exported man-made packing sacks worth $83.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 151 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy man-made packing sacks from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 75% of the value ($63.3 million), followed by Canada (6%) and the Dominican Republic (5%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 110 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average export price of man-made packing sacks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.89 per kg in 2024, 138% above the world average of $5.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of man-made packing sacks from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $50.8 million in 2017 to $83.9 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. The peak was 2023 at $94.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $69.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import man-made packing sacks?
Yes. The United States imported $64.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, China and India. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $19.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for man-made packing sacks?
The HS code for man-made packing sacks is subheading 6305.39. 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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