Polyester staple fabric (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported polyester staple fabric (other) worth $41.0 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $57.0 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 | $41.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $43.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $41.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $57.0M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $34.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $55.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $56.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $33.4M | 3.4K t |
Where the United States imports polyester staple fabric (other) from
Most of the value came from China (39%), Canada (21%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.0M | 39% |
| Canada | $8.5M | 21% |
| India | $3.7M | 8.9% |
| Germany | $2.9M | 7.1% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $1.4M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $694K | 1.7% |
| New Zealand | $597K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $580K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.37 per kg, 154% above the world average of $6.85. 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 staple fabric (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $32.8 million of polyester staple fabric (other) in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Mexico alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $19.6M | 60% |
| China | $4.0M | 12% |
| Nicaragua | $2.3M | 6.9% |
| El Salvador | $1.9M | 5.7% |
| Canada | $841K | 2.6% |
| Honduras | $746K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $407K | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $362K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $296K | 0.9% |
| Costa Rica | $218K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyester staple fabric (other) imports (HS 5512.19): 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 5512.19: Fabrics, woven: of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester staple fabric (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported polyester staple fabric (other) worth $41.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 199 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester staple fabric (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($16.0 million), followed by Canada (21%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester staple fabric (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.37 per kg in 2024, 154% above the world average of $6.85 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 staple fabric (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $33.4 million in 2017 to $41.0 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2021 at $57.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $45.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export polyester staple fabric (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $32.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, China and Nicaragua. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester staple fabric (other)?
The HS code for polyester staple fabric (other) is subheading 5512.19. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5512 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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