Narrow cotton fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $11.6 million of narrow cotton fabric in 2024 (516 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 194 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 11% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.8 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 | $11.6M | 516 t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 419 t |
| 2022 | $9.4M | 693 t |
| 2021 | $14.8M | 487 t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 480 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 604 t |
| 2018 | $13.8M | 645 t |
| 2017 | $14.5M | 626 t |
Where the United States imports narrow cotton fabric from
China alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.6M | 66% |
| France | $1.2M | 10% |
| India | $723K | 6.3% |
| Italy | $531K | 4.6% |
| Taiwan | $389K | 3.4% |
| Hong Kong | $180K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $124K | 1.1% |
| Pakistan | $123K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $103K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $94K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.43 per kg, 78% above the world average of $12.60. 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.
Narrow cotton fabric exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported narrow cotton fabric worth $6.6 million (172 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 111 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (48%), Canada (26%), Nicaragua (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.2M | 48% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 26% |
| Nicaragua | $460K | 6.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $254K | 3.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $145K | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $143K | 2.2% |
| Guatemala | $63K | 1% |
| Japan | $63K | 0.9% |
| France | $60K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $44K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States narrow cotton fabric imports (HS 5806.31): 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 5806.31: Fabrics: narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of cotton (excluding goods of heading no. 5807).
Common questions
What is the value of narrow cotton fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported narrow cotton fabric worth $11.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 516 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 194 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply narrow cotton fabric to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by France (10%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 387% on the year.
What is the average import price of narrow cotton fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.43 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $12.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of narrow cotton fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.5 million in 2017 to $11.6 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2021 at $14.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export narrow cotton fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $6.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Nicaragua. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for narrow cotton fabric?
The HS code for narrow cotton fabric is subheading 5806.31. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5806 page.
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