Plastic monofilament (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported plastic monofilament (other) worth $258.2 million (20.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 142 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $258.2M | 20.8K t |
| 2023 | $263.4M | 18.9K t |
| 2022 | $268.3M | 23.5K t |
| 2021 | $238.6M | 24.4K t |
| 2020 | $191.2M | 19.4K t |
| 2019 | $197.5M | 21.6K t |
| 2018 | $201.3M | 19.7K t |
| 2017 | $186.3M | 16.5K t |
Where the United States exports plastic monofilament (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (20%), Canada (19%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+251% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $52.3M | 20% |
| Canada | $48.6M | 19% |
| Germany | $19.6M | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $13.5M | 5.2% |
| China | $13.1M | 5.1% |
| Japan | $12.6M | 4.9% |
| South Korea | $10.0M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $8.1M | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $7.7M | 3% |
| Australia | $7.6M | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.41 per kg, 89% above the world average of $6.57. 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 monofilament (other) imports to the United States
Imports of plastic monofilament (other) by the United States reached $256.1 million in 2024 (42.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. Most of the value came from Canada (26%), China (24%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $66.5M | 26% |
| China | $62.5M | 24% |
| Germany | $24.4M | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $14.7M | 5.8% |
| India | $14.2M | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $12.4M | 4.9% |
| France | $8.3M | 3.3% |
| Vietnam | $7.2M | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $7.1M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $6.3M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic monofilament (other) exports (HS 3916.90): 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 3916.90: Plastics: monofilament, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3916, cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic monofilament (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported plastic monofilament (other) worth $258.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 142 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic monofilament (other) from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($52.3 million), followed by Canada (19%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 132 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 251% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic monofilament (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.41 per kg in 2024, 89% above the world average of $6.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plastic monofilament (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $186.3 million in 2017 to $258.2 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. The peak was 2022 at $268.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $225.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import plastic monofilament (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $256.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, China and Germany. That compares with exports of $258.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plastic monofilament (other)?
The HS code for plastic monofilament (other) is subheading 3916.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3916 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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