Sisal rope and cordage imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sisal rope and cordage by the United States reached $7.4 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. That is 43% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $10.4 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 | $7.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $10.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $8.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $9.2M | 3.3K t |
Where the United States imports sisal rope and cordage from
Most of the value came from China (46%), Brazil (28%), Mexico (18%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 46% |
| Brazil | $2.1M | 28% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 18% |
| Canada | $145K | 2% |
| El Salvador | $127K | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $57K | 0.8% |
| France | $45K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $35K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $31K | 0.4% |
| India | $27K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.65 per kg, 32% above the world average of $2.77. 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.
Sisal rope and cordage exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported sisal rope and cordage worth $2.5 million (332 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 123 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (27%), Bahamas (12%), Canada (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, Guyana grew fastest (+628% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sisal rope and cordage imports (HS 5607.29): 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 5607.29: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of sisal or other textile fibres of the genus agave (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed.
Common questions
What is the value of sisal rope and cordage imported by the United States?
The United States imported sisal rope and cordage worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 204 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply sisal rope and cordage to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Brazil (28%) and Mexico (18%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 677% on the year.
What is the average import price of sisal rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.65 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $2.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sisal rope and cordage to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.2 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2020 at $10.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export sisal rope and cordage?
Yes. The United States exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, the Bahamas and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for sisal rope and cordage?
The HS code for sisal rope and cordage is subheading 5607.29. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5607 page.
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