Polyester filament printed exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polyester filament printed by the United States reached $24.2 million in 2024 (621 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 110 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 1142% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% a year on average.
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 | $24.2M | 621 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 124 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 159 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 112 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 203 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 85 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 139 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 85 t |
Where the United States exports polyester filament printed to
Mexico alone took 96% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $23.2M | 96% |
| Canada | $194K | 0.8% |
| Israel | $153K | 0.6% |
| Jamaica | $71K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 0.2% |
| Barbados | $51K | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | $51K | 0.2% |
| Costa Rica | $46K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $45K | 0.2% |
| France | $37K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.92 per kg, 320% above the world average of $9.26. 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 filament printed imports to the United States
Imports of polyester filament printed by the United States reached $3.1 million in 2024 (92 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 166 countries. Most of the value came from Pakistan (36%), United Kingdom (32%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $1.1M | 36% |
| United Kingdom | $987K | 32% |
| Italy | $328K | 11% |
| China | $223K | 7.3% |
| India | $80K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $79K | 2.6% |
| France | $73K | 2.4% |
| Japan | $45K | 1.5% |
| Poland | $33K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $30K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyester filament printed exports (HS 5407.94): 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 5407.94: Fabrics, woven: of synthetic filament yarn, printed, n.e.c. in heading no. 5407.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester filament printed exported by the United States?
The United States exported polyester filament printed worth $24.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 621 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 110 countries worldwide, with 18% of world exports.
Which countries buy polyester filament printed from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($23.2 million), followed by Canada (1%) and Israel (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 59 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 921% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyester filament printed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $38.92 per kg in 2024, 320% above the world average of $9.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyester filament printed from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $24.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import polyester filament printed?
Yes. The United States imported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Pakistan, the United Kingdom and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $21.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester filament printed?
The HS code for polyester filament printed is subheading 5407.94. 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 5407 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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World polyester filament printed trade: top importers and exporters
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