Synthetic staple yarn (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic staple yarn (other) by the United States reached $2.0 million in 2024 (204 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 46% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.6 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 | $2.0M | 204 t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 110 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 296 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 560 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 963 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 472 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 109 t |
Where the United States imports synthetic staple yarn (other) from
Canada alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.2M | 57% |
| India | $362K | 18% |
| China | $296K | 15% |
| Taiwan | $77K | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $45K | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $30K | 1.5% |
| Austria | $23K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $21K | 1% |
| Japan | $11K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $8K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.04 per kg, 115% above the world average of $4.68. 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 staple yarn (other) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported synthetic staple yarn (other) worth $1.1 million (244 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Canada alone took 58% of it. Among the main buyer markets, El Salvador grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $655K | 58% |
| Honduras | $238K | 21% |
| Belgium | $172K | 15% |
| El Salvador | $57K | 5.1% |
| Brazil | $3K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0.2% |
| China | $1K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Cayman Isds | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States synthetic staple yarn (other) imports (HS 5509.41): 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 5509.41: Yarn: (not sewing thread), single, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic staple yarn (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported synthetic staple yarn (other) worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 204 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 110 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic staple yarn (other) to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by India (18%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 224% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic staple yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.04 per kg in 2024, 115% above the world average of $4.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic staple yarn (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2018 at $6.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export synthetic staple yarn (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Honduras and Belgium. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $918 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic staple yarn (other)?
The HS code for synthetic staple yarn (other) is subheading 5509.41. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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