Sorted textile rags imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sorted textile rags by the United States reached $38.7 million in 2024 (47.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 196 countries. Value fell 12% 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 | $38.7M | 47.1K t |
| 2023 | $44.2M | 55.6K t |
| 2022 | $45.6M | 54.5K t |
| 2021 | $39.7M | 49.1K t |
| 2020 | $40.4M | 69.1K t |
| 2019 | $32.4M | 51.6K t |
| 2018 | $29.1M | 49.2K t |
| 2017 | $31.1M | 43.9K t |
Where the United States imports sorted textile rags from
Most of the value came from Honduras (30%), Bangladesh (13%), Mexico (13%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Honduras | $11.5M | 30% |
| Bangladesh | $5.1M | 13% |
| Mexico | $5.0M | 13% |
| Pakistan | $4.8M | 12% |
| Canada | $2.8M | 7.2% |
| India | $2.6M | 6.7% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 4.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.6M | 4.1% |
| China | $1.4M | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $929K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.82 per kg, 34% above the world average of $0.61. 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.
Sorted textile rags exports from the United States
Exports of sorted textile rags by the United States reached $28.4 million in 2024 (40.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 134 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (39%), Dominican Republic (22%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $11.0M | 39% |
| Dominican Republic | $6.3M | 22% |
| Netherlands | $3.1M | 11% |
| Mauritania | $1.2M | 4.3% |
| India | $804K | 2.8% |
| Canada | $725K | 2.6% |
| Ghana | $667K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $460K | 1.6% |
| Philippines | $409K | 1.4% |
| Panama | $378K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sorted textile rags imports (HS 6310.10): 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 6310.10: Rags: used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials: sorted.
Common questions
What is the value of sorted textile rags imported by the United States?
The United States imported sorted textile rags worth $38.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 196 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply sorted textile rags to the United States?
Honduras was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($11.5 million), followed by Bangladesh (13%) and Mexico (13%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 162% on the year.
What is the average import price of sorted textile rags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.82 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sorted textile rags to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.1 million in 2017 to $38.7 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $45.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export sorted textile rags?
Yes. The United States exported $28.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, the Dominican Republic and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $10.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for sorted textile rags?
The HS code for sorted textile rags is subheading 6310.10. 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 6310 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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