Textured polyester fabric (dyed) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $80.5 million of textured polyester fabric (dyed) in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 42% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $175.0 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 | $80.5M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $139.7M | 10.6K t |
| 2022 | $173.7M | 13.0K t |
| 2021 | $152.3M | 11.2K t |
| 2020 | $130.5M | 10.0K t |
| 2019 | $102.2M | 12.6K t |
| 2018 | $175.0M | 14.2K t |
| 2017 | $173.6M | 13.4K t |
Where the United States imports textured polyester fabric (dyed) from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), Taiwan (19%), Canada (14%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.2M | 33% |
| Taiwan | $14.9M | 19% |
| Canada | $11.0M | 14% |
| India | $6.6M | 8.2% |
| Turkey | $5.0M | 6.3% |
| South Korea | $4.6M | 5.7% |
| Mexico | $4.1M | 5.1% |
| Japan | $2.3M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $789K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.00 per kg, 77% above the world average of $5.09. 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 polyester fabric (dyed) exports from the United States
Exports of textured polyester fabric (dyed) by the United States reached $45.0 million in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 56% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $25.2M | 56% |
| Canada | $8.0M | 18% |
| El Salvador | $2.1M | 4.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.2M | 2.7% |
| China | $933K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $764K | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $732K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $657K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $469K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $466K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States textured polyester fabric (dyed) imports (HS 5407.52): 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 5407.52: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, dyed.
Common questions
What is the value of textured polyester fabric (dyed) imported by the United States?
The United States imported textured polyester fabric (dyed) worth $80.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 205 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply textured polyester fabric (dyed) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($26.2 million), followed by Taiwan (19%) and Canada (14%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of textured polyester fabric (dyed) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.00 per kg in 2024, 77% above the world average of $5.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of textured polyester fabric (dyed) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $173.6 million in 2017 to $80.5 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2018 at $175.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $140.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export textured polyester fabric (dyed)?
Yes. The United States exported $45.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and El Salvador. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $35.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for textured polyester fabric (dyed)?
The HS code for textured polyester fabric (dyed) is subheading 5407.52. 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 5407 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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