Polyester filament yarn imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyester filament yarn by the United States reached $36.3 million in 2024 (16.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 141 countries. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $67.1 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 | $36.3M | 16.0K t |
| 2023 | $38.5M | 16.9K t |
| 2022 | $50.0M | 20.0K t |
| 2021 | $51.9M | 23.3K t |
| 2020 | $43.5M | 19.8K t |
| 2019 | $53.0M | 21.7K t |
| 2018 | $67.1M | 27.5K t |
| 2017 | $52.7M | 23.2K t |
Where the United States imports polyester filament yarn from
One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $22.8M | 63% |
| China | $3.6M | 10% |
| Indonesia | $2.5M | 6.8% |
| India | $1.5M | 4.1% |
| Taiwan | $945K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $672K | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $655K | 1.8% |
| Vietnam | $638K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $587K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $492K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.27 per kg, 34% above the world average of $1.70. 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 yarn exports from the United States
Exports of polyester filament yarn by the United States reached $12.4 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to France (18%), Mexico (16%), Germany (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Honduras grew fastest (+692% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.2M | 18% |
| Mexico | $2.0M | 16% |
| Germany | $781K | 6.3% |
| Hungary | $738K | 6% |
| Brazil | $695K | 5.6% |
| Pakistan | $667K | 5.4% |
| Honduras | $643K | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $513K | 4.1% |
| Canada | $506K | 4.1% |
| El Salvador | $437K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyester filament yarn imports (HS 5402.47): 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 5402.47: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), not partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester filament yarn imported by the United States?
The United States imported polyester filament yarn worth $36.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 141 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester filament yarn to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($22.8 million), followed by China (10%) and Indonesia (7%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 771% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.27 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $1.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester filament yarn to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52.7 million in 2017 to $36.3 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2018 at $67.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $49.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export polyester filament yarn?
Yes. The United States exported $12.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Mexico and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $23.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester filament yarn?
The HS code for polyester filament yarn is subheading 5402.47. 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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