Rubber-coated fabric and tape exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $104.4 million of rubber-coated fabric and tape in 2024 (11.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 142 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $155.7 million.
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 | $104.4M | 11.9K t |
| 2023 | $101.9M | 11.0K t |
| 2022 | $94.5M | 11.1K t |
| 2021 | $83.7M | 11.6K t |
| 2020 | $108.9M | 13.3K t |
| 2019 | $137.5M | 16.6K t |
| 2018 | $155.7M | 18.7K t |
| 2017 | $131.6M | 15.1K t |
Where the United States exports rubber-coated fabric and tape to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (27%), Canada (23%), Nicaragua (11%). Among the main buyer markets, El Salvador grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $28.0M | 27% |
| Canada | $24.2M | 23% |
| Nicaragua | $11.2M | 11% |
| Germany | $5.3M | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4.6M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 2.4% |
| El Salvador | $2.4M | 2.3% |
| Australia | $2.2M | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $1.9M | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.80 per kg, 21% above the world average of $7.29. 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.
Rubber-coated fabric and tape imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported rubber-coated fabric and tape worth $77.9 million (12.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. Most of the value came from Canada (30%), China (28%), Vietnam (10%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $23.5M | 30% |
| China | $21.5M | 28% |
| Vietnam | $8.1M | 10% |
| Germany | $7.3M | 9.4% |
| South Korea | $6.4M | 8.2% |
| Thailand | $5.2M | 6.7% |
| Indonesia | $2.3M | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $774K | 1% |
| Mexico | $525K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $490K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States rubber-coated fabric and tape exports (HS 5906.10): 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 5906.10: Textile fabrics, rubberised: (excluding those of heading no. 5902), adhesive tape of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber-coated fabric and tape exported by the United States?
The United States exported rubber-coated fabric and tape worth $104.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 142 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy rubber-coated fabric and tape from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($28.0 million), followed by Canada (23%) and Nicaragua (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 132 buyer countries in total. El Salvador grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average export price of rubber-coated fabric and tape per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.80 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $7.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of rubber-coated fabric and tape from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $131.6 million in 2017 to $104.4 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2018 at $155.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $114.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import rubber-coated fabric and tape?
Yes. The United States imported $77.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, China and Vietnam. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $26.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber-coated fabric and tape?
The HS code for rubber-coated fabric and tape is subheading 5906.10. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5906 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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