Plastic baler twine imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $42.9 million of plastic baler twine in 2024 (18.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 197 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $78.2 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 | $42.9M | 18.5K t |
| 2023 | $48.4M | 18.1K t |
| 2022 | $78.2M | 26.7K t |
| 2021 | $63.8M | 26.8K t |
| 2020 | $49.2M | 23.0K t |
| 2019 | $49.7M | 21.5K t |
| 2018 | $41.3M | 18.1K t |
| 2017 | $40.7M | 18.7K t |
Where the United States imports plastic baler twine from
Portugal alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.32 per kg, close to the world average of $2.07.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic baler twine exports from the United States
Exports of plastic baler twine by the United States reached $3.3 million in 2024 (793 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (44%), Mexico (38%), Chile (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Antigua and Barbuda grew fastest (+277% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.4M | 44% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 38% |
| Chile | $118K | 3.6% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $99K | 3% |
| Spain | $57K | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $56K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $34K | 1% |
| Panama | $29K | 0.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $25K | 0.8% |
| Bahamas | $18K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic baler twine imports (HS 5607.41): 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 5607.41: Twine: binder or baler twine, of polyethylene or polypropylene.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic baler twine imported by the United States?
The United States imported plastic baler twine worth $42.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 197 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic baler twine to the United States?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($21.9 million), followed by Vietnam (29%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic baler twine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.32 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $2.07 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic baler twine to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.7 million in 2017 to $42.9 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $78.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export plastic baler twine?
Yes. The United States exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Chile. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $39.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic baler twine?
The HS code for plastic baler twine is subheading 5607.41. 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 5607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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