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Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed. In 2022, Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed were the world's 767th most traded product, with a total trade of $4.95B. Between 2021 and 2022 the exports of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed decreased by -0.68%, from $4.98B to $4.95B. Trade in Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed represent 0.021% of total world trade.

Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed are a part of Unprocessed Synthetic Staple Fibers.

Exports In 2022 the top exporters of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed  were China ($1.18B), South Korea ($826M), Thailand ($392M), India ($361M), and Chinese Taipei ($308M).

Imports In 2022 the top importers of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed were United States ($587M), Vietnam ($381M), Turkey ($283M), Germany ($268M), and Italy ($187M).

Ranking Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed ranks 3427th in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).

Description Polyester staple fibers are very versatile and can be used in a number of different ways. Polyester staple fibers are often used in blends with other materials because they are strong, colorfast, and can be made to be flame-retardant. Polyester fibers are often used in high-performance athletic wear because they are durable and do not easily pill. They can also be used to manufacture carpets, upholstery, and many other products.

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The following visualization shows the latest trends on Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed. Countries are shown based on data availability.

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* Trade values are converted to USD using each month's exchange rate. For December 2023 data, the exchange rate from December 30, 2023 is used.

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Historical Data

Exporters and Importers

Top Origin (2022)China$1.18B
Top Destination (2022)United States$587M

In 2022 Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed were the world's 767th most traded product (out of 4,648).

In 2022, the top exporters of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed were China ($1.18B), South Korea ($826M), Thailand ($392M), India ($361M), and Chinese Taipei ($308M).

In 2022, the top importers of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed were United States ($587M), Vietnam ($381M), Turkey ($283M), Germany ($268M), and Italy ($187M).

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Exporters of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed (2022)
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Importers of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed (2022)
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Market Dynamics

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Top Origin Growth (2021 -  2022)China$184M
Top Destination Growth (2021 -  2022)United States$37.5M

Between 2021 and 2022, the exports of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed grew the fastest in China ($184M), Turkey ($44.7M), Malaysia ($17M), Nigeria ($15M), and Uzbekistan ($14M).

Between 2021 and 2022, the fastest growing importers of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed were United States ($37.5M), Israel ($20M), Mexico ($17.9M), Brazil ($16.9M), and Czechia ($16.4M).

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Exporters of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed (2021 - 2022)

Importers of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed (2021 - 2022)

Market Concentration

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This chart shows the evolution of the market concentration of exports of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed.

In 2022, market concentration measured using Shannon Entropy, was 3.9. This means that most of the exports of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed are explained by 14 countries.

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Value of Exports in Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed

Net Trade

TOP NET EXPORTER (2022)China$1.08B
TOP NET IMPORTER (2022)United States$510M

This map shows which countries export or import more of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed. Each country is colored based on the difference in exports and imports of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed during 2022.

In 2022, the countries that had a largest trade value in exports than in imports of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed were China ($1.08B), South Korea ($809M), Thailand ($332M), Chinese Taipei ($294M), and India ($259M).

In 2022, the countries that had a largest trade value in imports than in exports of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed were United States ($510M), Vietnam ($174M), Pakistan ($168M), Brazil ($166M), and Bangladesh ($150M).

Net Trade (2022)

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This visualization shows the countries that have an important ratio of their trade related to Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed.
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Top 10 Exporters Countries of Staple fibres of polyesters, not carded or combed by percentage of total exports

Product Complexity

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The Complexity-Relatedness diagram compares the risk and the strategic value of a product's potential export opportunities. Relatedness is predictive of the probability that a country increases its exports in a product. Complexity, is associated with higher levels of income, economic growth potential, lower income inequality, and lower emissions.

Relatedness vs Country Complexity (2022)

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