Polyester and wool blend imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $20.9 million of polyester and wool blend in 2024 (571 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 140 countries. Value fell 26% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $28.2 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 | $20.9M | 571 t |
| 2023 | $28.2M | 977 t |
| 2022 | $17.4M | 648 t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 308 t |
| 2020 | $8.2M | 323 t |
| 2019 | $10.2M | 364 t |
| 2018 | $11.7M | 495 t |
| 2017 | $11.3M | 464 t |
Where the United States imports polyester and wool blend from
Mexico alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $17.7M | 85% |
| India | $972K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $821K | 3.9% |
| China | $440K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $347K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $233K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $99K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $96K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $69K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $22K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.62 per kg, 79% above the world average of $20.41. 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.
Polyester and wool blend exports from the United States
Exports of polyester and wool blend by the United States reached $6.2 million in 2024 (303 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Honduras (50%), Mexico (34%), China (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Nicaragua grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Honduras | $3.1M | 50% |
| Mexico | $2.1M | 34% |
| China | $240K | 3.9% |
| Nicaragua | $234K | 3.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $123K | 2% |
| Germany | $118K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $116K | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $83K | 1.3% |
| Colombia | $35K | 0.6% |
| Vietnam | $25K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyester and wool blend imports (HS 5515.13): 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 5515.13: Fabrics, woven: of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester and wool blend imported by the United States?
The United States imported polyester and wool blend worth $20.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 571 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 140 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester and wool blend to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by India (5%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 373% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester and wool blend per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.62 per kg in 2024, 79% above the world average of $20.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester and wool blend to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.3 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $28.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export polyester and wool blend?
Yes. The United States exported $6.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Honduras, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $14.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester and wool blend?
The HS code for polyester and wool blend is subheading 5515.13. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5515 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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