Plied acrylic staple yarn imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported plied acrylic staple yarn worth $16.2 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $39.3 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 | $16.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $18.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $39.3M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $34.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $17.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $13.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $10.4M | 1.9K t |
Where the United States imports plied acrylic staple yarn from
Most of the value came from India (37%), Turkey (21%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+232% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.0M | 37% |
| Turkey | $3.5M | 22% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 11% |
| Romania | $1.4M | 8.7% |
| Mexico | $708K | 4.4% |
| China | $699K | 4.3% |
| Canada | $457K | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $433K | 2.7% |
| Peru | $408K | 2.5% |
| Austria | $360K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.56 per kg, 63% above the world average of $4.02. 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.
Plied acrylic staple yarn exports from the United States
Exports of plied acrylic staple yarn by the United States reached $598 thousand in 2024 (70 tonnes). Most of it went to China (42%), France (25%), Mexico (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $251K | 42% |
| France | $148K | 25% |
| Mexico | $107K | 18% |
| Turkey | $25K | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $25K | 4.1% |
| Nepal | $23K | 3.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $10K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.6% |
| India | $2K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plied acrylic staple yarn imports (HS 5509.32): 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 5509.32: Yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of plied acrylic staple yarn imported by the United States?
The United States imported plied acrylic staple yarn worth $16.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 177 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply plied acrylic staple yarn to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Turkey (21%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 232% on the year.
What is the average import price of plied acrylic staple yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.56 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plied acrylic staple yarn to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.4 million in 2017 to $16.2 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. The peak was 2022 at $39.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export plied acrylic staple yarn?
Yes. The United States exported $598 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, France and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied acrylic staple yarn?
The HS code for plied acrylic staple yarn is subheading 5509.32. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 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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