Printed textured polyester fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed textured polyester fabric by the United States reached $7.5 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $52.9 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 | $7.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $10.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $37.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $52.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $45.1M | 2.5K t |
Where the United States imports printed textured polyester fabric from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Italy (17%), United Kingdom (9%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.3M | 44% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $715K | 9.5% |
| India | $490K | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $435K | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $213K | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $209K | 2.8% |
| Austria | $139K | 1.9% |
| Colombia | $117K | 1.6% |
| Canada | $109K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.51 per kg, close to the world average of $4.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed textured polyester fabric exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported printed textured polyester fabric worth $1.6 million (159 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mexico (31%), Canada (22%), United Kingdom (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $503K | 31% |
| Canada | $355K | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $137K | 8.4% |
| Italy | $134K | 8.2% |
| El Salvador | $89K | 5.4% |
| Argentina | $77K | 4.7% |
| Indonesia | $38K | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $31K | 1.9% |
| China | $29K | 1.8% |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | $28K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States printed textured polyester fabric imports (HS 5407.54): 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 5407.54: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed textured polyester fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported printed textured polyester fabric worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 190 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed textured polyester fabric to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Italy (17%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed textured polyester fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.51 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed textured polyester fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45.1 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, a fall of 83%. The peak was 2018 at $52.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export printed textured polyester fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed textured polyester fabric?
The HS code for printed textured polyester fabric is subheading 5407.54. 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?
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