Raw greasy unshorn wool exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of raw greasy unshorn wool by the United States reached $10.7 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 83 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 300 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 554 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 642 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 399 t |
Where the United States exports raw greasy unshorn wool to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.2M | 95% |
| Egypt | $395K | 3.7% |
| India | $87K | 0.8% |
| Bulgaria | $21K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $14K | 0.1% |
| Bermuda | $4K | 0% |
| Canada | $1K | 0% |
| Guatemala | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.01 per kg, 50% above the world average of $2.68. 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.
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The shipment records behind United States raw greasy unshorn wool exports (HS 5101.19): 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 5101.19: Wool: (other than shorn), greasy (including fleece-washed wool), not carded or combed.
Common questions
What is the value of raw greasy unshorn wool exported by the United States?
The United States exported raw greasy unshorn wool worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 83 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw greasy unshorn wool from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 95% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by Egypt (4%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 481% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw greasy unshorn wool per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.01 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $2.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of raw greasy unshorn wool from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, an increase of 388%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw greasy unshorn wool?
The HS code for raw greasy unshorn wool is subheading 5101.19. It sits in HS chapter 51 (wool, fine or coarse animal hair; horsehair yarn and woven fabric). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5101 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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