The United States is one of the world's largest importers of silk fabric, sourcing premium textiles from leading manufacturing nations including China, India, Italy, Vietnam, and Thailand. American fashion houses, apparel manufacturers, interior designers, and specialty textile distributors rely heavily on imported silk to meet the growing demand for luxury garments, high-end upholstery, bridal wear, neckties, scarves, and ceremonial fabrics. The U.S. silk fabric import market represents a multi-billion-dollar segment within the broader textiles and apparel industry, with thousands of shipment records crossing American ports each year.
Access to accurate, up-to-date silk fabric import data is essential for manufacturers seeking new buyers, exporters looking to expand into the U.S. market, logistics providers optimizing supply chains, and trade analysts tracking industry trends. Our comprehensive database provides detailed bill of lading records for all silk fabric shipments entering the United States, including shipper and consignee names, addresses, ports of lading and unloading, vessel names, container numbers, shipment weights, quantities, and commodity descriptions. Whether you are conducting competitive intelligence, prospecting for new clients, or verifying trade partners, this database delivers the actionable intelligence you need.
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The following table presents a real bill of lading record extracted from our U.S. customs database, illustrating the level of detail available for every silk fabric shipment imported into the United States. Each record includes comprehensive shipment logistics, enabling businesses to track trade flows, identify key players, and analyze supply chain patterns.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | 2012-11-25 |
| Shipper Name | Wujiang Hanway Textile Co Ltd |
| Shipper Address | Tongxing Village Tongli Town, Wujiang, CN |
| Consignee Name | Karen Kane Inc |
| Consignee Address | 2275 E 37th Street, Los Angeles, US |
| Weight | 158 KG |
| Quantity | 6 CTN |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Commodity | Silk Fabric |
| Container | MATU4560740 |
| Carrier Name | KESCO LOGISTICS INC |
| Vessel Name | MAUNAWILI |
| Voyage Number | 106E |
| Bill of Lading Number | KLQIYJS1050017 |
| Place of Receipt | Shanghai |
| Foreign Port of Lading | Shanghai, China |
| U.S. Port of Unlading | Port of Long Beach, Long Beach, California |
| U.S. Destination Port | Tulsa International Airport, Tulsa, Oklahoma |
Beyond the sample above, our database contains thousands of additional silk fabric import records. Below is a representative selection of further bill of lading entries demonstrating the variety of shippers, consignees, and trade routes involved in the U.S. silk fabric import market.
| Date | Shipper Name | Consignee Name | Origin | Weight | U.S. Port | Commodity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-02-14 | Suzhou Silk Road Textile Co Ltd | Missoni USA Corp | China | 420 KG | Port of New York, NY | Silk Fabric |
| 2013-05-30 | Hangzhou Jinbei Silk Co Ltd | Vera Wang Group Ltd | China | 1,250 KG | Port of Los Angeles, CA | Silk Charmeuse Fabric |
| 2014-01-18 | Kanchipuram Silks Pvt Ltd | Sabyasachi NY LLC | India | 890 KG | Port of Newark, NJ | Handwoven Silk Fabric |
| 2014-07-22 | Lana Tessuti Srl | Ralph Lauren Corp | Italy | 670 KG | Port of Miami, FL | Silk Crepe de Chine |
| 2015-03-09 | Thai Silk International Co | Nieman Marcus Group | Thailand | 340 KG | Port of Long Beach, CA | Thai Silk Fabric |
| 2015-09-15 | Hanoi Silk Village JSC | Anthropologie Inc | Vietnam | 560 KG | Port of Seattle, WA | Silk Dupioni Fabric |
| 2016-04-02 | Bengal Silk Exports Ltd | J.Crew Group Inc | India | 1,080 KG | Port of Savannah, GA | Silk Taffeta Fabric |
| 2016-11-28 | Zhejiang Jiaxin Silk Corp | Tiffany & Co | China | 215 KG | Port of San Francisco, CA | Silk Charmeuse |
| 2017-06-11 | Como Silk Manufacturers SpA | Calvin Klein Inc | Italy | 445 KG | Port of New York, NY | Silk Satin Fabric |
| 2018-01-25 | Varanasi Silk Weavers Assoc | Eileen Fisher Inc | India | 730 KG | Port of Baltimore, MD | Banarasi Silk Fabric |




China dominates U.S. silk fabric imports, accounting for over 60% of total shipment volume by weight. India is the second-largest supplier, particularly valued for handwoven and specialty silk varieties such as Banarasi, Kanchipuram, and Tussar silk. Italy supplies premium European silk fabrics catering to high-fashion brands, while Thailand and Vietnam are emerging as cost-competitive sources for mid-range silk textiles used in ready-to-wear apparel and home furnishings.
The Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach in California handle the largest share of silk fabric imports from Asia-Pacific suppliers. The Port of New York and New Jersey serves as the primary entry point for European silk shipments from Italy and France. Additional significant ports include the Port of Savannah, Port of Seattle, Port of Miami, and Port of Newark, each serving distinct regional markets and logistics corridors for textile distribution across the United States.
Major U.S. silk fabric importers span several industry segments. High-fashion brands and luxury apparel companies such as Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and Vera Wang are consistent volume importers. Bridal and formal wear manufacturers rely on premium silk for gowns and dresses. Home furnishing companies import silk for drapery, upholstery, and bedding. Specialty distributors and textile wholesalers serve smaller design studios, tailors, and craft businesses across the country.
Silk fabric imports into the United States are classified under HTS codes 5007 (woven fabrics of silk) and related subheadings. Importers must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including proper country-of-origin marking, textile labeling requirements under the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act, and applicable antidumping duties on certain silk products from specific countries. Accurate bill of lading data ensures smooth customs clearance and trade compliance.
Why Silk Fabric Import Data Matters
Bill of lading records are the single most reliable source of trade intelligence for the silk fabric industry. Unlike surveys or estimates, BOL data captures every actual shipment — revealing who is buying, who is selling, how much is moving, and through which ports. This granular visibility empowers exporters to identify qualified buyers, benchmark competitor volumes, negotiate better terms, and make data-driven decisions about market entry and expansion strategies.
The table below summarizes the key characteristics of silk fabric exports from the top source countries supplying the U.S. market, based on aggregated bill of lading data analysis.
| Country | Market Share (Est.) | Key Silk Types | Primary U.S. Ports | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | ~60% | Charmeuse, Satin, Crepe, Habotai | Los Angeles, Long Beach, NY/NJ | $15 – $45/kg |
| India | ~15% | Banarasi, Kanchipuram, Tussar, Taffeta | New York, Savannah, Baltimore | $20 – $80/kg |
| Italy | ~10% | Crepe de Chine, Satin, Twill, Organza | New York, Miami | $50 – $200/kg |
| Thailand | ~5% | Thai Silk, Mudmee, Dupioni | Los Angeles, Seattle | $25 – $60/kg |
| Vietnam | ~4% | Dupioni, Shantung, Taffeta | Seattle, Long Beach | $12 – $35/kg |
| Others | ~6% | Various specialty weaves | Multiple ports | Varies |
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Below are examples of the types of shipping documents associated with silk fabric imports. Our database digitizes and structures the key data fields from these documents, making them searchable and analyzable at scale.




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