Synthetic wadding exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of synthetic wadding by the United States reached $31.6 million in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $47.2 million.
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 | $31.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $34.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $43.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2021 | $47.2M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $44.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $37.0M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $34.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $38.5M | 5.3K t |
Where the United States exports synthetic wadding to
Most of it went to Mexico (35%), Canada (21%), Dominican Republic (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+632% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $11.2M | 35% |
| Canada | $6.6M | 21% |
| Dominican Republic | $3.2M | 10% |
| China | $2.0M | 6.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 3.9% |
| Peru | $1.1M | 3.3% |
| Costa Rica | $730K | 2.3% |
| India | $642K | 2% |
| Switzerland | $597K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $475K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.01 per kg, 42% below the world average of $10.32, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic wadding imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported synthetic wadding worth $24.7 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Thailand (22%), China (18%), Pakistan (13%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+278% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $5.4M | 22% |
| China | $4.4M | 18% |
| Pakistan | $3.3M | 14% |
| Canada | $2.7M | 11% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 9.9% |
| Mexico | $939K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $846K | 3.4% |
| Bulgaria | $725K | 2.9% |
| Poland | $711K | 2.9% |
| Paraguay | $614K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States synthetic wadding exports (HS 5601.22): 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 5601.22: Wadding: other articles thereof, of man-made fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic wadding exported by the United States?
The United States exported synthetic wadding worth $31.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 117 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic wadding from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by Canada (21%) and the Dominican Republic (10%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 632% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic wadding per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.01 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $10.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of synthetic wadding from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $38.5 million in 2017 to $31.6 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2021 at $47.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import synthetic wadding?
Yes. The United States imported $24.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Thailand, China and Pakistan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic wadding?
The HS code for synthetic wadding is subheading 5601.22. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5601 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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