Polypropylene filament yarn imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $10.2 million of polypropylene filament yarn in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 141 countries for imports of this product. That is 7% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $10.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $11.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $11.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $10.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.0M | 2.5K t |
Where the United States imports polypropylene filament yarn from
One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $5.3M | 53% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 18% |
| India | $1.2M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $513K | 5.1% |
| Mexico | $455K | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $286K | 2.8% |
| Canada | $218K | 2.1% |
| Portugal | $65K | 0.6% |
| Taiwan | $60K | 0.6% |
| China | $51K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.69 per kg, close to the world average of $2.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polypropylene filament yarn exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported polypropylene filament yarn worth $7.4 million (769 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 64 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were India (32%), Singapore (27%), Mexico (12%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.4M | 32% |
| Singapore | $2.0M | 27% |
| Mexico | $902K | 12% |
| Canada | $591K | 8% |
| Brazil | $351K | 4.7% |
| Costa Rica | $194K | 2.6% |
| China | $183K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $154K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $137K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $116K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polypropylene filament yarn imports (HS 5402.48): 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 5402.48: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene (not high tenacity or textured), single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene filament yarn imported by the United States?
The United States imported polypropylene filament yarn worth $10.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 141 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene filament yarn to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Turkey (18%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.69 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $2.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene filament yarn to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.0 million in 2017 to $10.2 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2022 at $11.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export polypropylene filament yarn?
Yes. The United States exported $7.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Singapore and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene filament yarn?
The HS code for polypropylene filament yarn is subheading 5402.48. 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?
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