Unbleached artificial knit fabric imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $3.0 million of unbleached artificial knit fabric in 2024 (607 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 112 countries. That is 18% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.7 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 | $3.0M | 607 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 424 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 557 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 618 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 790 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 803 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 515 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 950 t |
Where the United States imports unbleached artificial knit fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, El Salvador grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 56% |
| El Salvador | $1.2M | 41% |
| Spain | $44K | 1.5% |
| Slovakia | $22K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $12K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.4% |
| Mexico | $9K | 0.3% |
| Brazil | $4K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.1% |
| India | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.87 per kg, close to the world average of $5.51.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Unbleached artificial knit fabric exports from the United States
The United States exported $460 thousand of unbleached artificial knit fabric in 2024 (56 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $252K | 55% |
| El Salvador | $118K | 26% |
| Paraguay | $51K | 11% |
| Jamaica | $16K | 3.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $13K | 2.9% |
| Costa Rica | $4K | 0.9% |
| Bahamas | $2K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.4% |
| Colombia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Philippines | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States unbleached artificial knit fabric imports (HS 6006.41): 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 6006.41: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of unbleached artificial knit fabric imported by the United States?
The United States imported unbleached artificial knit fabric worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 607 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 112 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply unbleached artificial knit fabric to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by El Salvador (41%) and Spain (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 53% on the year.
What is the average import price of unbleached artificial knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.87 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $5.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of unbleached artificial knit fabric to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export unbleached artificial knit fabric?
Yes. The United States exported $460 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, El Salvador and Paraguay. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for unbleached artificial knit fabric?
The HS code for unbleached artificial knit fabric is subheading 6006.41. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 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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