Textile yarn preparation machinery (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported textile yarn preparation machinery (other) worth $6.8 million (398 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 155 countries. That is 26% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $10.3 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 | $6.8M | 398 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 345 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 242 t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 768 t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 257 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 909 t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 645 t |
| 2017 | $9.2M | 477 t |
Where the United States imports textile yarn preparation machinery (other) from
The largest suppliers were Italy (21%), Spain (20%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.4M | 21% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 20% |
| Germany | $792K | 12% |
| Israel | $777K | 12% |
| India | $728K | 11% |
| Japan | $534K | 7.9% |
| Switzerland | $255K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $248K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $203K | 3% |
| South Korea | $153K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.00 per kg, 42% above the world average of $11.96. 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.
Textile yarn preparation machinery (other) exports from the United States
Exports of textile yarn preparation machinery (other) by the United States reached $3.8 million in 2024 (149 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 79 countries. Most of it went to Costa Rica (18%), Indonesia (16%), India (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | $706K | 18% |
| Indonesia | $613K | 16% |
| India | $580K | 15% |
| Dominican Republic | $341K | 8.9% |
| Mexico | $256K | 6.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $254K | 6.6% |
| Turkey | $241K | 6.3% |
| Singapore | $153K | 4% |
| Tanzania | $149K | 3.9% |
| Honduras | $148K | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States textile yarn preparation machinery (other) imports (HS 8445.90): 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 8445.90: Textile machinery: involved in textile fibre or textile yarn preparation and n.e.c. in heading no. 8445.
Common questions
What is the value of textile yarn preparation machinery (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported textile yarn preparation machinery (other) worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 398 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 155 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile yarn preparation machinery (other) to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Spain (20%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 864% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile yarn preparation machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.00 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $11.96 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of textile yarn preparation machinery (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.2 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2021 at $10.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export textile yarn preparation machinery (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Costa Rica, Indonesia and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile yarn preparation machinery (other)?
The HS code for textile yarn preparation machinery (other) is subheading 8445.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8445 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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