Synthetic blend yarn (retail) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $10.7 million of synthetic blend yarn (retail) in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 144 countries. That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $20.8 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 | $10.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $10.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $18.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $16.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $20.8M | 2.1K t |
Where the United States imports synthetic blend yarn (retail) from
Turkey alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $6.5M | 61% |
| India | $2.3M | 21% |
| China | $949K | 8.9% |
| Italy | $206K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $204K | 1.9% |
| Peru | $141K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $122K | 1.2% |
| Honduras | $80K | 0.7% |
| France | $54K | 0.5% |
| Mexico | $36K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.34 per kg, 32% above the world average of $7.83. 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.
Synthetic blend yarn (retail) exports from the United States
Exports of synthetic blend yarn (retail) by the United States reached $992 thousand in 2024 (43 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Canada alone took 91% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $907K | 92% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 2.9% |
| Guatemala | $24K | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $4K | 0.4% |
| Singapore | $3K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $3K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States synthetic blend yarn (retail) imports (HS 5511.20): 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 5511.20: Yarn: (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic blend yarn (retail) imported by the United States?
The United States imported synthetic blend yarn (retail) worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 144 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic blend yarn (retail) to the United States?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by India (21%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 220% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic blend yarn (retail) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.34 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $7.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic blend yarn (retail) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.8 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2017 at $20.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export synthetic blend yarn (retail)?
Yes. The United States exported $992 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United Kingdom and Guatemala. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic blend yarn (retail)?
The HS code for synthetic blend yarn (retail) is subheading 5511.20. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5511 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United States reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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