Textured polyester fabric (natural) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $17.2 million of textured polyester fabric (natural) in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 93 countries. Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $24.6 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 | $17.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $24.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $21.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $17.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $15.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $21.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 819 t |
Where the United States exports textured polyester fabric (natural) to
The largest buyer markets were Taiwan (35%), Mexico (27%), Canada (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+405% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $6.1M | 35% |
| Mexico | $4.7M | 28% |
| Canada | $3.1M | 18% |
| Germany | $526K | 3.1% |
| Vietnam | $467K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $327K | 1.9% |
| China | $301K | 1.8% |
| El Salvador | $205K | 1.2% |
| Nicaragua | $191K | 1.1% |
| Guatemala | $175K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.95 per kg, 209% above the world average of $4.19. 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 (natural) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported textured polyester fabric (natural) worth $13.5 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (35%), Mexico (22%), Japan (15%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+576% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.7M | 35% |
| Mexico | $3.0M | 22% |
| Japan | $2.0M | 15% |
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 8.1% |
| South Korea | $547K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $494K | 3.7% |
| Taiwan | $430K | 3.2% |
| Pakistan | $361K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $183K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $162K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States textured polyester fabric (natural) exports (HS 5407.51): 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 5407.51: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of textured polyester fabric (natural) exported by the United States?
The United States exported textured polyester fabric (natural) worth $17.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 93 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy textured polyester fabric (natural) from the United States?
Taiwan was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Mexico (27%) and Canada (18%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 57 buyer countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 405% on the year.
What is the average export price of textured polyester fabric (natural) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.95 per kg in 2024, 209% above the world average of $4.19 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of textured polyester fabric (natural) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $17.2 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. The peak was 2023 at $24.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import textured polyester fabric (natural)?
Yes. The United States imported $13.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Mexico and Japan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for textured polyester fabric (natural)?
The HS code for textured polyester fabric (natural) is subheading 5407.51. 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?
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