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U.S. imports of sinkers, needles & other stitch-forming articles for knitting machines (HS 844851) totaled $489K in April 2026, traded with 15 countries.
Importers of Sinkers, Needles & Other Stitch-Forming Articles for Knitting Machines paid $49K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $489K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Sinkers, Needles & Other Stitch-Forming Articles for Knitting Machines imports of $489K in April 2026 ran 29% below the year-to-date monthly average of $685K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPrecision stitch-forming components — latch needles, other knitting needles, and sinkers — are the consumable wear parts that determine fabric quality and machine throughput on weft and warp knitting equipment. The US schedule breaks this heading into latch needles (8448511000), other knitting machine needles (8448513000 and 8448514000), and a residual catch-all for sinkers and other stitch-forming articles (8448515000). Germany dominates supply, reflecting that country's concentration of high-precision textile machinery component manufacturers, with India and Japan also significant sources. Importers should verify that needle specifications — gauge, butt geometry, and hook profile — match the machine make and model, as misclassification between latch and other needle types is a recurring customs issue.
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Latch needles have a pivoting latch that closes the hook during stitch formation and are specifically enumerated under 8448511000. All other knitting machine needles — including compound, spring-beard, and similar types — fall under 8448513000 or 8448514000. The physical mechanism of the hook closure is the key classification criterion, so importers should document needle type with technical drawings or manufacturer specifications.
Imports from certain origins may be subject to Section 301 tariffs depending on country of origin. Germany and Japan are not currently subject to Section 301 measures, but shipments originating in China should be reviewed carefully, as Section 301 exposure can apply to precision textile machinery components. Consult a licensed customs broker to confirm the applicable duty treatment for your specific supplier.
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8448511000 | LATCH NEEDLES FOR KNITTING MACHINES | $269K | 9.83% | $26K |
| 8448515000 | SINKER,NEEDLE,&OTHER ART USED IN FORM STITCH,NESOI | $209K | 10.39% | $22K |
| 8448513000 | NEEDLES FOR KNITTING MACHINES, NESOI | $10K | 10.00% | $1K |
LATCH NEEDLES FOR KNITTING MACHINES
SINKER,NEEDLE,&OTHER ART USED IN FORM STITCH,NESOI
NEEDLES FOR KNITTING MACHINES, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8448514000 | NEEDLES FOR KNITTING MACHINES | $199K |
| 8448515000 | SINKER,NEEDLE,&OTHER ART USED IN FORM STITCH,NESOI | $111K |
NEEDLES FOR KNITTING MACHINES
476 ths
SINKER,NEEDLE,&OTHER ART USED IN FORM STITCH,NESOI
10.3K no
DIGITAL PROCESSING UNITS, N.E.S.O.I.
HS 847150
PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ADP MACHINES & UNITS
HS 847330
PORT DIGTL AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESS MACH NOT > 10 KG
HS 847130
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING STORAGE UNITS, N.E.S.O.I
HS 847170
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING UNITS, N.E.S.O.I.
HS 847180
TURBOJET AND TURBOPROLLER PARTS
HS 841191
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $247K | $149K | -$98K |
| South Carolina | $221K | $39K | -$181K |
| Florida | $7K | $48K | +$42K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLOTTE, NC | $246K | -- | -$246K |
| ANCHORAGE, AK | $102K | $39K | -$62K |
| MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, FL | -- | $141K | +$141K |