Medium nonwoven natural fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported medium nonwoven natural fabric worth $326.0 million (82.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 193 countries. That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $462.3 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 | $326.0M | 82.3K t |
| 2023 | $261.3M | 58.0K t |
| 2022 | $257.3M | 51.6K t |
| 2021 | $363.9M | 81.4K t |
| 2020 | $462.3M | 113.8K t |
| 2019 | $217.9M | 50.1K t |
| 2018 | $225.8M | 50.1K t |
| 2017 | $188.6M | 44.8K t |
Where the United States imports medium nonwoven natural fabric from
The largest suppliers were China (40%), Taiwan (12%), Thailand (9%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $131.1M | 40% |
| Taiwan | $38.7M | 12% |
| Thailand | $29.2M | 9% |
| Germany | $17.3M | 5.3% |
| Turkey | $16.7M | 5.1% |
| France | $12.9M | 3.9% |
| Japan | $12.0M | 3.7% |
| Australia | $11.7M | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $10.5M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $9.2M | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.96 per kg, close to the world average of $3.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medium nonwoven natural fabric exports from the United States
The United States exported $198.0 million of medium nonwoven natural fabric in 2024 (18.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 109 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Belgium (28%), Canada (22%), Mexico (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Luxembourg grew fastest (+835% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $54.7M | 28% |
| Canada | $43.2M | 22% |
| Mexico | $31.7M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $10.8M | 5.5% |
| China | $10.7M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $8.1M | 4.1% |
| India | $7.0M | 3.5% |
| Luxembourg | $6.3M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $4.0M | 2% |
| Myanmar | $2.0M | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States medium nonwoven natural fabric imports (HS 5603.92): 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 5603.92: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of medium nonwoven natural fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported medium nonwoven natural fabric worth $326.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 82.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 193 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium nonwoven natural fabric to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($131.1 million), followed by Taiwan (12%) and Thailand (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 106% on the year.
What is the average import price of medium nonwoven natural fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.96 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $3.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medium nonwoven natural fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $188.6 million in 2017 to $326.0 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. The peak was 2020 at $462.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $287.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export medium nonwoven natural fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $198.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $128.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium nonwoven natural fabric?
The HS code for medium nonwoven natural fabric is subheading 5603.92. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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