Polyamides (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polyamides (other) by the United States reached $777.1 million in 2024 (143.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 98 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 4% on 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 | $777.1M | 143.5K t |
| 2023 | $747.0M | 144.6K t |
| 2022 | $796.5M | 147.5K t |
| 2021 | $682.2M | 141.9K t |
| 2020 | $551.5M | 119.3K t |
| 2019 | $631.8M | 133.0K t |
| 2018 | $660.0M | 144.2K t |
| 2017 | $567.0M | 133.3K t |
Where the United States exports polyamides (other) to
Most of it went to China (22%), Mexico (19%), Japan (17%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $167.3M | 22% |
| Mexico | $146.9M | 19% |
| Japan | $129.1M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $84.3M | 11% |
| Canada | $50.5M | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $27.7M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $26.5M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $23.3M | 3% |
| Netherlands | $17.5M | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $14.0M | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.41 per kg, close to the world average of $4.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyamides (other) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported polyamides (other) worth $221.7 million (35.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. Most of the value came from Germany (27%), Switzerland (16%), Netherlands (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $59.2M | 27% |
| Switzerland | $35.7M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $32.1M | 15% |
| Japan | $23.3M | 11% |
| China | $14.7M | 6.6% |
| South Korea | $11.7M | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $8.0M | 3.6% |
| France | $7.5M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $5.8M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $5.4M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyamides (other) exports (HS 3908.90): 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 3908.90: Polyamides: n.e.c. in heading no. 3908, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyamides (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported polyamides (other) worth $777.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 143.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 98 countries worldwide, with 18% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyamides (other) from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($167.3 million), followed by Mexico (19%) and Japan (17%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 95 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyamides (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.41 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $4.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polyamides (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $567.0 million in 2017 to $777.1 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2022 at $796.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $676.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import polyamides (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $221.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $555.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyamides (other)?
The HS code for polyamides (other) is subheading 3908.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3908 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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