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U.S. - Synthetic Filament Tow And Staple Fibers, Not Carded Or Combed - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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U.S. - Synthetic Filament Tow And Staple Fibers, Not Carded Or Combed - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Aug 3, 2023

United States Witnesses a Significant Drop in the Price of Synthetic Filament Tow to $1,542 per Ton

U.S. Synthetic Filament Tow Import Price in May 2023

In May 2023, the synthetic filament tow price stood at $1,542 per ton (CIF, US), dropping by -2.2% against the previous month. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in August 2022 an increase of 19% against the previous month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $2,143 per ton in September 2022; however, from October 2022 to May 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In May 2023, the country with the highest price was Japan ($4,166 per ton), while the price for China ($767 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From May 2022 to May 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+0.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

COUNTRYImport Price of Synthetic Filament Tow in U.S. (USD per ton)
May 2022Jun 2022Jul 2022Aug 2022Sep 2022Oct 2022Nov 2022Dec 2022Jan 2023Feb 2023Mar 2023Apr 2023May 2023
Japan4,7494,1024,4554,5244,2954,8414,2654,2475,3204,1564,5774,3694,166
Taiwan (Chinese)1,5701,8312,1921,7421,6621,9861,6221,7611,9641,5441,5791,5111,715
South Korea1,3921,4621,4341,4461,6551,6841,7401,4561,7171,4791,5271,3791,447
India1,4671,5201,5911,6111,5441,3981,4521,4551,4471,3251,6221,3101,231
Indonesia1,3241,0971,3641,5321,7251,4121,4571,1701,1289771,1021,1041,182
Thailand1,2901,2951,3631,4311,5241,3511,3261,5131,2801,2241,1741,1871,167
Vietnam8639039199621,0961,029894887849847814863860
China8297948211,4541,141870891839786959875975767
Average1,6191,7321,7692,1102,1432,0331,8561,8421,8191,6361,6881,5771,542

U.S. Synthetic Filament Tow Import Prices by Type

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplied products. In May 2023, the product with the highest price was synthetic filament tow ($3,697 per ton), while the price for synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning totaled $1,410 per ton.

From May 2022 to May 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning (-0.6%).

U.S. Synthetic Filament Tow Imports

After two months of growth, purchases abroad of synthetic filament tow and staple fibers, not carded or combed decreased by -16.2% to 45K tons in May 2023. Overall, imports saw a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2023 when imports increased by 43% against the previous month.

In value terms, synthetic filament tow imports dropped sharply to $69M (IndexBox estimates) in May 2023. In general, imports showed a perceptible setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2023 with an increase of 48% against the previous month.

U.S. Synthetic Filament Tow Imports by Type

In May 2023, synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning (42K tons) was the main type of synthetic filament tow supplied to the United States, accounting for a 94% share of total imports. Moreover, synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning exceeded the figures recorded for the second-largest type, synthetic filament tow (2.6K tons), more than tenfold.

From May 2022 to May 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of import of synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning totaled -3.0%.

In value terms, synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning ($60M) constituted the largest type of synthetic filament tow supplied to the United States, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by synthetic filament tow ($9.6M), with a 14% share of total imports.

U.S. Synthetic Filament Tow Imports by Country

South Korea (9.5K tons), Thailand (7.6K tons) and Vietnam (6K tons) were the main suppliers of synthetic filament tow imports to the United States, with a combined 51% share of total imports. India, China, Japan, Indonesia and Taiwan (Chinese) lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.

From May 2022 to May 2023, the biggest increases were in Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +3.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, South Korea ($14M), Japan ($11M) and Thailand ($8.8M) constituted the largest synthetic filament tow suppliers to the United States, with a combined 48% share of total imports. These countries were followed by India, Vietnam, Taiwan (Chinese), China and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 32%.

Among the main suppliers, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of +4.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the synthetic filament tow market in the U.S.. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 20601110 - Aramids staple, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601120 - Other polyamide tow and staple, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601130 - Polyester tow and staple, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601140 - Acrylic tow and staple, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601150 - Polypropylene synthetic tow and staple not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601190 - Other synthetic tow and staple not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

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    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023

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