Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Polyamides. In 2021, Polyamides were the world's 234th most traded product, with a total trade of $17.7B. Between 2020 and 2021 the exports of Polyamides grew by 47.8%, from $12B to $17.7B. Trade in Polyamides represent 0.084% of total world trade.
Polyamides are a part of Plastics & articles thereof. They include Polyamides: nylons and Other polyamides.
Exports In 2021 the top exporters of Polyamides were Germany ($3.18B), United States ($2.84B), China ($1.71B), Italy ($1.06B), and Netherlands ($975M).
Imports In 2021 the top importers of Polyamides were China ($1.94B), Germany ($1.93B), Italy ($964M), Japan ($788M), and Belgium ($761M).
Tariffs In 2018 the average tariff for Polyamides was 4.87%, making it the 849th lowest tariff using the HS4 product classification.
Ranking Polyamides ranks 45th in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description Polyamides are used in the production of many materials. Nylon and polyester are examples of polyamides. They are often used in clothing, ropes, and other textile products.