Sails imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sails by the United States reached $35.2 million in 2024 (423 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 177 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 4% from 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 | $35.2M | 423 t |
| 2023 | $36.8M | 420 t |
| 2022 | $38.9M | 455 t |
| 2021 | $35.8M | 441 t |
| 2020 | $27.0M | 300 t |
| 2019 | $38.6M | 434 t |
| 2018 | $33.8M | 365 t |
| 2017 | $30.4M | 511 t |
Where the United States imports sails from
Sri Lanka alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+225% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | $20.5M | 58% |
| New Zealand | $4.4M | 13% |
| China | $2.4M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| South Africa | $872K | 2.5% |
| Barbados | $729K | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $723K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $471K | 1.3% |
| Philippines | $412K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $375K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $83.15 per kg, close to the world average of $70.47.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sails exports from the United States
Exports of sails by the United States reached $17.8 million in 2024 (120 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 101 countries for exports of this product. Denmark alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saint Maarten grew fastest (+508% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $9.5M | 53% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $1.3M | 7.1% |
| France | $882K | 5% |
| Netherlands | $786K | 4.4% |
| Saint Maarten | $663K | 3.7% |
| China | $651K | 3.7% |
| Australia | $504K | 2.8% |
| Finland | $397K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $392K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $346K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sails imports (HS 6306.30): 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 6306.30: Sails: for boats, sailboards or landcraft.
Common questions
What is the value of sails imported by the United States?
The United States imported sails worth $35.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 423 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 177 countries worldwide, with 17% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply sails to the United States?
Sri Lanka was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($20.5 million), followed by New Zealand (13%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 225% on the year.
What is the average import price of sails per kg?
The average declared import value was about $83.15 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $70.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sails to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.4 million in 2017 to $35.2 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2022 at $38.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export sails?
Yes. The United States exported $17.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Denmark, Antigua and Barbuda and France. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $17.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for sails?
The HS code for sails is subheading 6306.30. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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