Nylon filament tow exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of nylon filament tow by the United States reached $48.0 million in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 69 countries for exports of this product. That is 9% less 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $52.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $35.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $36.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $31.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $31.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $31.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $30.5M | 4.1K t |
Where the United States exports nylon filament tow to
Japan alone took 94% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $45.2M | 94% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 3% |
| China | $445K | 0.9% |
| Canada | $395K | 0.8% |
| Indonesia | $114K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $85K | 0.2% |
| Costa Rica | $73K | 0.2% |
| Mexico | $59K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $47K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $30K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.37 per kg, 55% above the world average of $8.62. 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.
Nylon filament tow imports to the United States
Imports of nylon filament tow by the United States reached $496 thousand in 2024 (93 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were France (36%), Italy (18%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $179K | 36% |
| Italy | $88K | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $49K | 9.8% |
| Turkey | $42K | 8.4% |
| China | $38K | 7.7% |
| Indonesia | $35K | 7% |
| Canada | $27K | 5.5% |
| Brazil | $15K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $8K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $6K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States nylon filament tow exports (HS 5501.10): 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 5501.10: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, of nylon or other polyamides.
Common questions
What is the value of nylon filament tow exported by the United States?
The United States exported nylon filament tow worth $48.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 69 countries worldwide, with 56% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy nylon filament tow from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 94% of the value ($45.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (3%) and China (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 37 buyer countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 275% on the year.
What is the average export price of nylon filament tow per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.37 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $8.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of nylon filament tow from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $30.5 million in 2017 to $48.0 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2023 at $52.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import nylon filament tow?
Yes. The United States imported $496 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Italy and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $47.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for nylon filament tow?
The HS code for nylon filament tow is subheading 5501.10. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5501 page.
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