Plastic-coated textile fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $451.6 million of plastic-coated textile fabric in 2024 (38.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 216 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 14% on 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 | $451.6M | 38.6K t |
| 2023 | $394.5M | 41.2K t |
| 2022 | $380.3M | 43.3K t |
| 2021 | $420.8M | 47.8K t |
| 2020 | $294.6M | 39.7K t |
| 2019 | $277.1M | 27.3K t |
| 2018 | $302.4M | 61.7K t |
| 2017 | $303.3M | 64.3K t |
Where the United States imports plastic-coated textile fabric from
India alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $231.1M | 51% |
| Germany | $45.6M | 10% |
| China | $45.3M | 10% |
| South Korea | $32.1M | 7.1% |
| Canada | $22.5M | 5% |
| Mexico | $20.9M | 4.6% |
| Japan | $6.2M | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $5.6M | 1.2% |
| Italy | $4.7M | 1% |
| Taiwan | $4.5M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.69 per kg, 20% above the world average of $9.71. 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.
Plastic-coated textile fabric exports from the United States
The United States exported $394.1 million of plastic-coated textile fabric in 2024 (26.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 159 countries. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 68% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $268.5M | 68% |
| Canada | $32.6M | 8.3% |
| Honduras | $7.4M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $7.3M | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $6.5M | 1.6% |
| Israel | $5.6M | 1.4% |
| Armenia | $5.1M | 1.3% |
| Poland | $4.9M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $4.0M | 1% |
| France | $3.6M | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic-coated textile fabric imports (HS 5903.90): 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 5903.90: Textile fabrics: impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, (excluding polyvinyl chloride, polyurethane and those of heading no. 5902).
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-coated textile fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported plastic-coated textile fabric worth $451.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 216 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-coated textile fabric to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($231.1 million), followed by Germany (10%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-coated textile fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.69 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $9.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic-coated textile fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $303.3 million in 2017 to $451.6 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $353.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export plastic-coated textile fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $394.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Honduras. That compares with imports of $451.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plastic-coated textile fabric?
The HS code for plastic-coated textile fabric is subheading 5903.90. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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