# Global Fibre rope and cable Market 2026

> World exports of fibre rope and cable (HS 560790) reached $415.8 million in 2024, 18% more than in 2019. China was the largest exporter with 36% of the world total, and the United States was the largest buyer.

- Publisher: Stratum Market Research
- Page: https://stratummarketresearch.com/reports/fibre-rope-and-cable-market/
- Sector: Industrial & Trade
- Scope: Global
- Updated: 2026-11-09
- Headline figure: 415.8 USD million (World exports, 2024)

## What this market covers

Twine, cordage, ropes and cables of fibres other than synthetic fibres, sisal and agave.

Segments: Cotton rope, Hemp rope, Jute rope, Coir rope.

Typical buyers: Marine suppliers, Hardware retailers, Agricultural suppliers.

## Key figures

| Figure | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|
| World exports of fibre rope and cable (HS 560790) were worth $415.8 million in 2024. | 415.8 USD million | 2024 |
| World exports were 18% higher in 2024 than in 2019 ($353.8 million), calculated from the annual totals. | +18 % since 2019 | 2024 |
| China was the largest exporter in 2024, with 36% of world exports ($148.7 million). | 36 % of world exports | 2024 |
| The three largest exporters, China, Bangladesh and India, shipped 45% of world exports in 2024. | 45 % of world exports | 2024 |
| The United States was the largest importer in 2024, buying $45.3 million, or 11% of world imports. | 11 % of world imports | 2024 |
| 38 countries exported more than $1 million of this product in 2024. | 38 countries | 2024 |
| The average world export price was about $3.42 per kilogram in 2024, calculated from value and weight. | 3.42 USD per kg | 2024 |
| Countries exported 121.5 thousand tonnes of this product in 2024. | 121.5 thousand tonnes | 2024 |

## Why this market is moving now

- World trade grew 18% from 2019 to 2024, a direct read on cross-border demand.

## Largest exporting countries, 2024

| Rank | Country | Value (USD million) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 148.7 |
| 2 | Bangladesh | 23.7 |
| 3 | India | 15.9 |
| 4 | United States | 15.6 |
| 5 | South Korea | 12.2 |
| 6 | Sri Lanka | 12.2 |
| 7 | Vietnam | 11.0 |
| 8 | Thailand | 10.8 |
| 9 | Turkey | 10.3 |
| 10 | Japan | 9.8 |

## Largest importing countries, 2024

| Rank | Country | Value (USD million) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 45.3 |
| 2 | India | 29.0 |
| 3 | Vietnam | 21.3 |
| 4 | Germany | 14.3 |
| 5 | Indonesia | 14.1 |
| 6 | Cambodia | 13.3 |
| 7 | Philippines | 12.7 |
| 8 | France | 12.4 |
| 9 | United Arab Emirates | 12.0 |
| 10 | Thailand | 9.6 |

## World exports of HS 560790, USD million

| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 343.6 |
| 2018 | 331.8 |
| 2019 | 353.8 |
| 2020 | 342.4 |
| 2021 | 437.6 |
| 2022 | 410.4 |
| 2023 | 388.9 |
| 2024 | 415.8 |

## Questions and answers

### How big is the global fibre rope and cable market?

There is no single official market total. World exports of HS 560790 reached $415.8 million in 2024, a direct measure of cross-border trade.

### Which countries export the most fibre rope and cable?

China led world exports in 2024 with 36% of the total, followed by Bangladesh, India and the United States.

### Which countries import the most fibre rope and cable?

The United States was the largest importer in 2024, followed by India, Vietnam and Germany.

### Is world trade in fibre rope and cable growing?

World exports were 18% higher in 2024 than in 2019.

### What is the average export price of fibre rope and cable?

Dividing world export value by weight gives about $3.42 per kilogram in 2024.

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Stratum Market Research, "Global Fibre rope and cable Market 2026", updated 9 Nov 2026, https://stratummarketresearch.com/reports/fibre-rope-and-cable-market/