Synthetic furnishing textiles imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported synthetic furnishing textiles worth $327.9 million (31.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. Value rose 20% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $617.9 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 | $327.9M | 31.0K t |
| 2023 | $273.2M | 52.3K t |
| 2022 | $348.6M | 50.9K t |
| 2021 | $617.9M | 57.5K t |
| 2020 | $320.3M | 47.7K t |
| 2019 | $455.3M | 27.7K t |
| 2018 | $489.5M | 38.4K t |
| 2017 | $447.3M | 35.0K t |
Where the United States imports synthetic furnishing textiles from
China alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $221.7M | 68% |
| El Salvador | $32.9M | 10% |
| India | $17.9M | 5.5% |
| Mexico | $17.4M | 5.3% |
| Vietnam | $14.6M | 4.5% |
| Denmark | $9.2M | 2.8% |
| Pakistan | $4.2M | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $2.0M | 0.6% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.5M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.59 per kg, close to the world average of $9.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic furnishing textiles exports from the United States
Exports of synthetic furnishing textiles by the United States reached $7.5 million in 2024 (437 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (38%), Canada (28%), Guyana (7%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.8M | 38% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 28% |
| Guyana | $508K | 6.8% |
| Japan | $161K | 2.2% |
| China | $146K | 2% |
| Bahamas | $134K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $106K | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $94K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $90K | 1.2% |
| El Salvador | $90K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States synthetic furnishing textiles imports (HS 6304.93): 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 6304.93: Furnishing articles: of synthetic fibres, not knitted or crocheted (excluding bedspreads and articles of heading no. 9404).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic furnishing textiles imported by the United States?
The United States imported synthetic furnishing textiles worth $327.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 212 countries worldwide, with 27% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic furnishing textiles to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($221.7 million), followed by El Salvador (10%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic furnishing textiles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.59 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $9.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic furnishing textiles to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $447.3 million in 2017 to $327.9 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2021 at $617.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $410.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export synthetic furnishing textiles?
Yes. The United States exported $7.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Guyana. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $320.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic furnishing textiles?
The HS code for synthetic furnishing textiles is subheading 6304.93. 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 6304 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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