Plied synthetic filament yarn (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported plied synthetic filament yarn (other) worth $12.8 million (672 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 87 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 60% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $33.1 million.
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 | $12.8M | 672 t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 736 t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 579 t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 492 t |
| 2020 | $33.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $30.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $31.5M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $23.7M | 2.4K t |
Where the United States exports plied synthetic filament yarn (other) to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (48%), Mexico (39%), India (4%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $6.1M | 48% |
| Mexico | $5.0M | 39% |
| India | $525K | 4.1% |
| China | $412K | 3.2% |
| Canada | $150K | 1.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $137K | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $105K | 0.8% |
| Israel | $96K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $60K | 0.5% |
| Brazil | $26K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.05 per kg, 195% above the world average of $6.45. 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 synthetic filament yarn (other) imports to the United States
Imports of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) by the United States reached $9.0 million in 2024 (316 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 178 countries. United Kingdom alone supplied 60% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $5.3M | 60% |
| China | $1.9M | 21% |
| Pakistan | $1.0M | 11% |
| Japan | $472K | 5.3% |
| Mexico | $50K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $43K | 0.5% |
| India | $32K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $30K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $25K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plied synthetic filament yarn (other) exports (HS 5402.69): 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 5402.69: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported plied synthetic filament yarn (other) worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 672 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 87 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 60% on 2023.
Which countries buy plied synthetic filament yarn (other) from the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Mexico (39%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 51 buyer countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 383% on the year.
What is the average export price of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $19.05 per kg in 2024, 195% above the world average of $6.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of plied synthetic filament yarn (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $23.7 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2020 at $33.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import plied synthetic filament yarn (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $9.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, China and Pakistan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied synthetic filament yarn (other)?
The HS code for plied synthetic filament yarn (other) is subheading 5402.69. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 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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