Synthetic warp knit fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $12.7 million of synthetic warp knit fabric in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 135 countries for imports of this product. That is 75% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $10.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $10.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $12.1M | 808 t |
Where the United States imports synthetic warp knit fabric from
Most of the value came from Portugal (41%), South Korea (21%), Finland (9%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $5.3M | 42% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 21% |
| Finland | $1.2M | 9.2% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 8.9% |
| China | $627K | 4.9% |
| Estonia | $611K | 4.8% |
| Canada | $284K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $239K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $219K | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $153K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.00 per kg, close to the world average of $6.28.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic warp knit fabric exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported synthetic warp knit fabric worth $5.7 million (1.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 72 countries for exports of this product. Mexico alone took 68% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.9M | 68% |
| Canada | $454K | 8% |
| China | $277K | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $185K | 3.2% |
| Poland | $155K | 2.7% |
| Japan | $153K | 2.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $117K | 2.1% |
| Costa Rica | $96K | 1.7% |
| India | $65K | 1.1% |
| Honduras | $58K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States synthetic warp knit fabric imports (HS 6005.35): 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 6005.35: Fabrics: warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic warp knit fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported synthetic warp knit fabric worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 135 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic warp knit fabric to the United States?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by South Korea (21%) and Finland (9%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 85% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic warp knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.00 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic warp knit fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.1 million in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export synthetic warp knit fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $5.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic warp knit fabric?
The HS code for synthetic warp knit fabric is subheading 6005.35. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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