Synthetic monofilament (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of synthetic monofilament (other) by the United States reached $121.0 million in 2024 (5.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 94 countries. 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $121.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2023 | $126.7M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $130.0M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $127.3M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $106.3M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $116.3M | 6.4K t |
| 2018 | $108.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $96.5M | 7.4K t |
Where the United States exports synthetic monofilament (other) to
Mexico alone took 51% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $62.1M | 51% |
| Canada | $24.0M | 20% |
| China | $10.5M | 8.7% |
| India | $4.6M | 3.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $3.8M | 3.1% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $1.8M | 1.5% |
| Costa Rica | $1.5M | 1.3% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 0.9% |
| Czech Republic | $1.1M | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.65 per kg, 177% above the world average of $8.53. 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 monofilament (other) imports to the United States
The United States imported $54.4 million of synthetic monofilament (other) in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 183 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Mexico (22%), Japan (21%), Germany (21%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $11.8M | 22% |
| Japan | $11.6M | 21% |
| Germany | $11.5M | 21% |
| China | $4.4M | 8.1% |
| Taiwan | $3.1M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 5.4% |
| South Korea | $2.3M | 4.2% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $964K | 1.8% |
| Hungary | $777K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States synthetic monofilament (other) exports (HS 5404.19): 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 5404.19: Monofilament n.e.c. in heading no 5404: of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic monofilament (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported synthetic monofilament (other) worth $121.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 94 countries worldwide, with 15% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic monofilament (other) from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($62.1 million), followed by Canada (20%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 83 buyer countries in total. Costa Rica grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic monofilament (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $23.65 per kg in 2024, 177% above the world average of $8.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of synthetic monofilament (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $96.5 million in 2017 to $121.0 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2022 at $130.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $116.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import synthetic monofilament (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $54.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Japan and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $66.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic monofilament (other)?
The HS code for synthetic monofilament (other) is subheading 5404.19. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5404 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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