5501Synthetic filament tow:
合成繊維の長繊維のトウ
HS code 5501 is a Heading (4-digit) classification number. In Japan's trade statistics (published by Ministry of Finance), it represents import/export items classified as “Synthetic filament tow:”. This code has 6 subcategories defined below it.
Latest trade statistics
In May 2026, Japan's imports under HS code 5501 (Synthetic filament tow:) totaled ¥487M (YoY -41.4%), with a volume of 282,480 KG at about ¥1,723/KG. The top import sources are United States of America (84.1%), Thailand (6.1%), People's Republic of China (5.6%). Exports totaled ¥4B (YoY +23.4%), with a volume of 5,220,197 KG at about ¥762/KG. The top export destinations are Nigeria (15.6%), Senegal (15.1%), Togo (9.9%).
Top export destinations (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nigeria | ¥7B | 15.6% | 9,039,709 KG | ¥730/KG |
| 2 | Senegal | ¥6B | 15.1% | 7,378,240 KG | ¥867/KG |
| 3 | Togo | ¥4B | 9.9% | 5,264,389 KG | ¥795/KG |
| 4 | Bangladesh | ¥4B | 8.3% | 4,386,369 KG | ¥799/KG |
| 5 | United States of America | ¥3B | 6.2% | 4,707,187 KG | ¥560/KG |
Top import sources (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States of America | ¥7B | 84.1% | 3,488,519 KG | ¥2,079/KG |
| 2 | Thailand | ¥527M | 6.1% | 487,086 KG | ¥1,081/KG |
| 3 | People's Republic of China | ¥486M | 5.6% | 169,916 KG | ¥2,862/KG |
| 4 | Hungary | ¥112M | 1.3% | 90,021 KG | ¥1,240/KG |
| 5 | Mexico | ¥91M | 1.1% | 72,145 KG | ¥1,265/KG |
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