Printed synthetic knit fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $5.6 million of printed synthetic knit fabric in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 37% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $44.0 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 | $5.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $24.8M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $38.8M | 10.9K t |
| 2019 | $31.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2018 | $42.1M | 14.8K t |
| 2017 | $44.0M | 14.3K t |
Where the United States imports printed synthetic knit fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 64% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 64% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 21% |
| Canada | $158K | 2.8% |
| Colombia | $115K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $108K | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $103K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $103K | 1.8% |
| Hong Kong | $49K | 0.9% |
| France | $32K | 0.6% |
| Mexico | $32K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.42 per kg, close to the world average of $4.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed synthetic knit fabric exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported printed synthetic knit fabric worth $1.7 million (109 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (33%), Honduras (21%), Indonesia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $565K | 33% |
| Honduras | $363K | 21% |
| Indonesia | $267K | 16% |
| Mexico | $154K | 8.9% |
| Vietnam | $64K | 3.7% |
| Qatar | $62K | 3.6% |
| Thailand | $55K | 3.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $41K | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $32K | 1.9% |
| Jamaica | $14K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States printed synthetic knit fabric imports (HS 6006.34): 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 6006.34: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed synthetic knit fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported printed synthetic knit fabric worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 176 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed synthetic knit fabric to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by South Korea (21%) and Canada (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed synthetic knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.42 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of printed synthetic knit fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $44.0 million in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, a fall of 87%. The peak was 2017 at $44.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export printed synthetic knit fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Honduras and Indonesia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed synthetic knit fabric?
The HS code for printed synthetic knit fabric is subheading 6006.34. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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