Medium nonwoven synthetic fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $475.0 million of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric in 2024 (116.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 193 countries for imports of this product. That is 12% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $647.8 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 | $475.0M | 116.1K t |
| 2023 | $426.0M | 97.5K t |
| 2022 | $481.5M | 105.5K t |
| 2021 | $647.8M | 159.6K t |
| 2020 | $567.7M | 146.7K t |
| 2019 | $392.4M | 100.1K t |
| 2018 | $412.3M | 105.8K t |
| 2017 | $359.0M | 93.6K t |
Where the United States imports medium nonwoven synthetic fabric from
Most of the value came from Germany (14%), China (12%), India (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 37%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $68.1M | 14% |
| China | $54.9M | 12% |
| India | $53.3M | 11% |
| Israel | $51.7M | 11% |
| Luxembourg | $35.1M | 7.4% |
| Turkey | $32.6M | 6.9% |
| Spain | $20.5M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $14.6M | 3.1% |
| Mexico | $14.4M | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13.7M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.09 per kg, close to the world average of $3.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medium nonwoven synthetic fabric exports from the United States
The United States exported $362.4 million of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric in 2024 (62.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 123 countries. Most of it went to Canada (26%), Mexico (25%), China (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $95.1M | 26% |
| Mexico | $91.7M | 25% |
| China | $48.8M | 14% |
| Dominican Republic | $19.2M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $17.3M | 4.8% |
| Vietnam | $10.8M | 3% |
| Honduras | $9.2M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $6.7M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $6.3M | 1.7% |
| Indonesia | $5.8M | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States medium nonwoven synthetic fabric imports (HS 5603.12): 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 5603.12: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported medium nonwoven synthetic fabric worth $475.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 116.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 193 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium nonwoven synthetic fabric to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 14% of the value ($68.1 million), followed by China (12%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 37%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 68% on the year.
What is the average import price of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.09 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $3.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of medium nonwoven synthetic fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $359.0 million in 2017 to $475.0 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. The peak was 2021 at $647.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $470.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export medium nonwoven synthetic fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $362.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $112.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium nonwoven synthetic fabric?
The HS code for medium nonwoven synthetic fabric is subheading 5603.12. 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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