Polyester blend yarn (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $3.8 million of polyester blend yarn (other) in 2024 (962 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 123 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 184% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.8 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 | $3.8M | 962 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 156 t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 743 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 511 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 491 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 443 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 485 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 267 t |
Where the United States imports polyester blend yarn (other) from
Most of the value came from China (49%), Netherlands (18%), Canada (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+740% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 49% |
| Netherlands | $680K | 18% |
| Canada | $443K | 12% |
| India | $436K | 12% |
| Mexico | $300K | 7.9% |
| Spain | $29K | 0.8% |
| France | $19K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $13K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $4K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.95 per kg, close to the world average of $4.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester blend yarn (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $407 thousand of polyester blend yarn (other) in 2024 (199 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $205K | 50% |
| Dominican Republic | $70K | 17% |
| Canada | $46K | 11% |
| Guatemala | $30K | 7.4% |
| Thailand | $26K | 6.4% |
| El Salvador | $16K | 4% |
| Hong Kong | $7K | 1.6% |
| China | $4K | 0.9% |
| Iceland | $2K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyester blend yarn (other) imports (HS 5509.59): 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 5509.59: Yarn: (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5509.5, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester blend yarn (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported polyester blend yarn (other) worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 962 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 123 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 184% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester blend yarn (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by the Netherlands (18%) and Canada (12%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 740% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester blend yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.95 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $4.82 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyester blend yarn (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 191%. The peak was 2022 at $4.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export polyester blend yarn (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $407 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester blend yarn (other)?
The HS code for polyester blend yarn (other) is subheading 5509.59. 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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