Medium blended cotton yarn exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported medium blended cotton yarn worth $38.5 million (10.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 66 countries. Value rose 13% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $69.8 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 | $38.5M | 10.3K t |
| 2023 | $34.0M | 9.0K t |
| 2022 | $69.8M | 18.3K t |
| 2021 | $60.8M | 20.7K t |
| 2020 | $31.6M | 10.2K t |
| 2019 | $62.6M | 19.7K t |
| 2018 | $64.7M | 19.3K t |
| 2017 | $49.9M | 13.8K t |
Where the United States exports medium blended cotton yarn to
The largest buyer markets were Guatemala (25%), Mexico (20%), El Salvador (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $9.7M | 25% |
| Mexico | $7.8M | 20% |
| El Salvador | $7.8M | 20% |
| Honduras | $7.5M | 19% |
| Morocco | $3.8M | 9.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.7M | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $34K | 0.1% |
| Colombia | $25K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $6K | 0% |
| Canada | $2K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.72 per kg, 75% above the world average of $2.13. 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.
Medium blended cotton yarn imports to the United States
The United States imported $3.6 million of medium blended cotton yarn in 2024 (933 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Mexico (49%), Pakistan (36%), Turkey (4%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.8M | 49% |
| Pakistan | $1.3M | 36% |
| Turkey | $134K | 3.7% |
| India | $112K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $87K | 2.4% |
| Canada | $83K | 2.3% |
| Guatemala | $65K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $56K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States medium blended cotton yarn exports (HS 5206.12): 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 5206.12: Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of medium blended cotton yarn exported by the United States?
The United States exported medium blended cotton yarn worth $38.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 66 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy medium blended cotton yarn from the United States?
Guatemala was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by Mexico (20%) and El Salvador (20%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average export price of medium blended cotton yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.72 per kg in 2024, 75% above the world average of $2.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of medium blended cotton yarn from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $49.9 million in 2017 to $38.5 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2022 at $69.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import medium blended cotton yarn?
Yes. The United States imported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Pakistan and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $34.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium blended cotton yarn?
The HS code for medium blended cotton yarn is subheading 5206.12. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5206 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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