U.S. imports of Knitted or Crocheted Fabrics of Artificial Fibers, Dyed (HS 600642) totaled $328K in August 2026, imported from 18 countries.
Importers of Knitted or Crocheted Fabrics of Artificial Fibers, Dyed paid $112K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 34.01% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Knitted or Crocheted Fabrics of Artificial Fibers, Dyed imports of $328K in August 2026 ran 31% below the year-to-date monthly average of $472K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataDyed artificial-fiber knit fabrics — encompassing viscose, modal, lyocell, and similar cellulosic man-made fibers — are valued in premium apparel and lingerie for their silk-like hand and vibrant color uptake. South Korea leads US imports under this heading, with China and Italy also significant sources; the European presence of Italy, the United Kingdom, and France in the top supplier list reflects a meaningful luxury and fashion-fabric segment. The US schedule distinguishes double-knit/interlock constructions (6006420025) from other dyed artificial-fiber knit fabrics (6006420085), making knit structure a key classification variable alongside fiber content.
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Italy and the United Kingdom have established textile industries specializing in high-quality fashion fabrics, including premium dyed artificial-fiber knits used in luxury apparel and lingerie. These origins typically command higher price points and serve design-driven buyers who prioritize fabric quality and finishing standards over cost. Importers sourcing from these origins should be prepared for higher unit values and the documentation requirements that accompany them.
The primary structural distinction at the 10-digit level is whether the fabric is a double-knit or interlock construction (6006420025) versus any other knit structure (6006420085). Double-knit and interlock fabrics are produced on machines with two sets of needles, resulting in a denser, more stable fabric with two interconnected layers. Importers should obtain technical fabric specifications from their supplier confirming the knit construction before filing entry.
Subheading 8 of 14 in heading 6006
Subheading 600642 · $328K of $22.4M
ImportsExports
Imports
$328KYoY · free account
Exports
$191KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $4.8M of Knitted or Crocheted Fabrics of Artificial Fibers, Dyed and exported $2.2M.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6006420085 | Knit/Crochet Fabric of Art Fibers, Dyed, NESOI | $321K | 34.46% | 100.00% | $111K |
| 6006420025 | Dbl Knt/Intrlck Const, Dyed, Artificial Fibs, Knit | $7K | 12.27% | 89.48% | $817 |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6006420000 | Oth Knit/Crochet Fab of Dyed Artificial Fibers | $191K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
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China and Italy together supply 74% of it. China pays 47.5% duty; Italy 10.0%.
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rate provision · imports
0.2% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 34.01% of imports for consumption.