U.S. - Cotton Yarn - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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U.S. - Cotton Yarn - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Cotton Yarn Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Cotton Yarn Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
  2. Cotton Yarn Price in the United States (CIF) - 2023
  3. Cotton Yarn Exports in the United States
  4. Cotton Yarn Imports in the United States

Cotton Yarn Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023

The average cotton yarn export price stood at $3,440 per ton in August 2023, remaining constant against the previous month. Overall, the export price recorded a slight shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2023 when the average export price increased by 3.3% month-to-month. The export price peaked at $4,163 per ton in September 2022; however, from October 2022 to August 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In August 2023, the highest price was recorded for prices to Guatemala ($3,826 per ton) and El Salvador ($3,596 per ton), while the average price for exports to Colombia ($2,980 per ton) and the Dominican Republic ($3,195 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Morocco (-0.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cotton Yarn Price in the United States (CIF) - 2023

In August 2023, the average cotton yarn import price amounted to $5,409 per ton, picking up by 10% against the previous month. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in May 2023 when the average import price increased by 15% m-o-m. The import price peaked at $6,134 per ton in November 2022; however, from December 2022 to August 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Canada ($12,467 per ton), while the price for El Salvador ($2,205 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Honduras (+8.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cotton Yarn Exports in the United States

In 2022, exports of cotton yarn from the United States declined to 341K tons, waning by -2.7% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 32%.

In value terms, cotton yarn exports skyrocketed to $1.3B in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated noticeable growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +78.9% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 45%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Export of Cotton Yarn in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Honduras6714075857533.9%
Dominican Republic2471612483209.0%
Guatemala29.431.465.085.442.7%
El Salvador82.950.771.173.3-4.0%
Colombia31.715.723.223.3-9.8%
Morocco39.423.735.120.5-19.6%
Mexico63.615.811.510.9-44.5%
Others52.927.924.325.3-21.8%
Total1,2177331,0631,3122.5%

Top Export Markets for Cotton Yarn from the United States in 2022:

  1. Honduras (192.1K tons)
  2. Dominican Republic (93.5K tons)
  3. Guatemala (19.5K tons)
  4. El Salvador (18.0K tons)
  5. Morocco (6.0K tons)
  6. Colombia (5.8K tons)
  7. Mexico (2.4K tons)

Cotton Yarn Imports in the United States

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of cotton yarn, when their volume decreased by -10.8% to 37K tons. Overall, total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.7% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +31.9% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 37% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 42K tons, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, cotton yarn imports rose markedly to $197M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated strong growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +15.0% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +56.9% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 46%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Import of Cotton Yarn in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
India18.217.532.537.527.2%
South Korea22.219.127.835.116.5%
Pakistan19.816.422.431.216.4%
Mexico15.310.125.625.017.8%
Turkey4.96.811.012.135.2%
Canada13.614.313.711.8-4.6%
Indonesia1.54.37.66.361.3%
China6.68.17.65.6-5.3%
El Salvador1.41.92.93.333.1%
Vietnam2.41.91.53.210.1%
Spain3.22.13.52.2-11.7%
Others20.623.126.723.74.8%
Total13012618319714.9%

Top Suppliers of Cotton Yarn to the United States in 2022:

  1. India (8.6K tons)
  2. South Korea (7.4K tons)
  3. Pakistan (7.0K tons)
  4. Mexico (4.4K tons)
  5. Indonesia (1.8K tons)
  6. Turkey (1.7K tons)
  7. El Salvador (1.6K tons)
  8. Canada (1.2K tons)
  9. Vietnam (0.8K tons)
  10. China (0.6K tons)
  11. Spain (0.6K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton yarn 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 13106160 - Cotton yarn, p.r.s. (excluding sewing thread)
  • Prodcom 131061Z1 - Cotton yarn of uncombed fibres, n.p.r.s.
  • Prodcom 131061Z2 - Cotton yarn of combed fibres, n.p.r.s.
  • Prodcom 13106132 - Yarn of uncombed cotton, n.p.r.s., for woven fabrics (excluding for carpets and floor coverings)
  • Prodcom 13106133 - Yarn of uncombed cotton, n.p.r.s., for knitted fabrics and hosiery
  • Prodcom 13106135 - Yarn of uncombed cotton, n.p.r.s., for other uses (including carpets and floor coverings)
  • Prodcom 13106152 - Yarn of combed cotton, n.p.r.s., for woven fabrics (excluding for carpets and floor coverings)
  • Prodcom 13106153 - Yarn of combed cotton, n.p.r.s., for knitted fabrics and hosiery
  • Prodcom 13106155 - Yarn of combed cotton, n.p.r.s., for other uses (including carpets and floor coverings)

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

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    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
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    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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