Textured nylon yarn (fine) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of textured nylon yarn (fine) by the United States reached $13.4 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 12% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $22.4 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 | $13.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $15.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $21.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $16.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $11.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $17.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $22.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $20.6M | 3.3K t |
Where the United States imports textured nylon yarn (fine) from
Most of the value came from Thailand (27%), Mexico (14%), Slovenia (13%). Among the main suppliers, Peru grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $3.6M | 27% |
| Mexico | $1.8M | 14% |
| Slovenia | $1.7M | 13% |
| Peru | $1.4M | 11% |
| Italy | $913K | 6.8% |
| India | $793K | 5.9% |
| South Korea | $733K | 5.5% |
| France | $572K | 4.3% |
| China | $515K | 3.9% |
| Taiwan | $456K | 3.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.12 per kg, 82% above the world average of $4.47. 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.
Textured nylon yarn (fine) exports from the United States
The United States exported $12.3 million of textured nylon yarn (fine) in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Mexico (30%), Costa Rica (17%), Japan (14%). Among the main buyer markets, El Salvador grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.7M | 30% |
| Costa Rica | $2.1M | 17% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 14% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 10% |
| El Salvador | $973K | 7.9% |
| Honduras | $755K | 6.1% |
| Ireland | $501K | 4.1% |
| Colombia | $459K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $131K | 1.1% |
| Guatemala | $120K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States textured nylon yarn (fine) imports (HS 5402.31): 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 5402.31: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn not more than 50 decitex, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of textured nylon yarn (fine) imported by the United States?
The United States imported textured nylon yarn (fine) worth $13.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 148 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply textured nylon yarn (fine) to the United States?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Mexico (14%) and Slovenia (13%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Peru grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of textured nylon yarn (fine) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.12 per kg in 2024, 82% above the world average of $4.47 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of textured nylon yarn (fine) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.6 million in 2017 to $13.4 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2018 at $22.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export textured nylon yarn (fine)?
Yes. The United States exported $12.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Costa Rica and Japan. That compares with imports of $13.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for textured nylon yarn (fine)?
The HS code for textured nylon yarn (fine) is subheading 5402.31. 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 5402 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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