Narrow synthetic fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $284.1 million of narrow synthetic fabric in 2024 (34.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 211 countries for imports of this product. That is 9% more 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $284.1M | 34.2K t |
| 2023 | $260.4M | 28.2K t |
| 2022 | $313.5M | 33.9K t |
| 2021 | $275.9M | 31.0K t |
| 2020 | $217.5M | 27.2K t |
| 2019 | $238.5M | 27.6K t |
| 2018 | $244.1M | 31.1K t |
| 2017 | $227.3M | 27.6K t |
Where the United States imports narrow synthetic fabric from
Most of the value came from Taiwan (34%), China (15%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $95.3M | 34% |
| China | $42.9M | 15% |
| India | $27.2M | 9.6% |
| Vietnam | $21.8M | 7.7% |
| South Korea | $17.3M | 6.1% |
| Mexico | $16.0M | 5.6% |
| Canada | $12.8M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $12.0M | 4.2% |
| France | $7.4M | 2.6% |
| Japan | $4.6M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.30 per kg, close to the world average of $7.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Narrow synthetic fabric exports from the United States
Exports of narrow synthetic fabric by the United States reached $148.2 million in 2024 (13.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. Mexico alone took 68% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $101.5M | 69% |
| Canada | $17.6M | 12% |
| China | $3.4M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $2.0M | 1.3% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 1% |
| Ukraine | $1.2M | 0.8% |
| France | $1.2M | 0.8% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 0.7% |
| Chile | $986K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States narrow synthetic fabric imports (HS 5806.32): 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 5806.32: Fabrics, narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of man-made fibres (excluding goods of heading no. 5807).
Common questions
What is the value of narrow synthetic fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported narrow synthetic fabric worth $284.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 211 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply narrow synthetic fabric to the United States?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($95.3 million), followed by China (15%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of narrow synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.30 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $7.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of narrow synthetic fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $227.3 million in 2017 to $284.1 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2022 at $313.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $257.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export narrow synthetic fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $148.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $135.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for narrow synthetic fabric?
The HS code for narrow synthetic fabric is subheading 5806.32. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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