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U.S. imports of synthetic fiber socks, hosiery & sockless footwear (HS 611596) totaled $61.7M in April 2026, traded with 71 countries.
Importers of Synthetic Fiber Socks, Hosiery & Sockless Footwear paid $13.7M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 24% on $56.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Synthetic Fiber Socks, Hosiery & Sockless Footwear imports of $61.7M in April 2026 ran 18% below the year-to-date monthly average of $75.2M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSynthetic fibers — primarily nylon, polyester, and acrylic — dominate performance and athletic sock construction, and this heading captures that broad commercial segment. The US schedule includes five 10-digit lines, with separate provisions for lace-containing articles (6115966010, 6115966020) and for goods with 23% or more wool or fine animal hair content (6115966010, 6115969010), a blend threshold that matters for duty and quota purposes. China and Vietnam together account for the bulk of US supply, with El Salvador a notable Western Hemisphere source. Section 301 tariffs apply to Chinese-origin goods, making Vietnam and El Salvador increasingly attractive sourcing alternatives.
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Within heading 611596, specific lines (6115966010 and 6115969010) apply to articles containing 23% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair. If the wool or fine animal hair content reaches the chief-weight threshold, the article may instead be classified under heading 611594 (wool/fine animal hair hosiery). Importers should obtain precise fiber-content breakdowns from manufacturers to determine the correct line.
Section 301 tariffs on Chinese-origin knitted synthetic hosiery have accelerated sourcing shifts toward Vietnam and El Salvador, both of which appear among the top suppliers for this heading. El Salvador's proximity and CAFTA-DR eligibility (subject to rules of origin) make it attractive for shorter lead-time programs, while Vietnam offers scale for high-volume synthetic sock production.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $27.3M | $222K | -$27.1M |
| VIETNAM | $9.2M | -- | -$9.2M |
| CAMBODIA | $6.3M | -- | -$6.3M |
| PAKISTAN | $5.0M | -- | -$5.0M |
| EL SALVADOR | $4.5M | $5K | -$4.5M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6115969020 | SOCKS OT HOSRY, SYN FIB, KNIT, NESOI | $61.0M | 24.18% | $13.5M |
| 6115969010 | SCKS,HSRY, SYN FIB,KNT;GT= 23% WL/FA,EXC GRAD COMP | $398K | 19.45% | $78K |
| 6115966020 | SOCKS,OT HOSRY,FTWR W/OUT SL SYNFIB CONT LACE,KNIT | $363K | 31.86% | $115K |
| 6115966010 | SCKS,HSRY,FTWR W/O SYN CNT LACE,KNT, GT=23%WL/FAH | $19K | 22.73% | $4K |
SOCKS OT HOSRY, SYN FIB, KNIT, NESOI
SCKS,HSRY, SYN FIB,KNT;GT= 23% WL/FA,EXC GRAD COMP
SOCKS,OT HOSRY,FTWR W/OUT SL SYNFIB CONT LACE,KNIT
SCKS,HSRY,FTWR W/O SYN CNT LACE,KNT, GT=23%WL/FAH
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6115960000 | SOCKS & OTHER HOSIERY NESOI OF SYN FIBERS, KNIT | $3.0M |
SOCKS & OTHER HOSIERY NESOI OF SYN FIBERS, KNIT
266.9K dpr
SWEATERS, PULLOVERS ETC, KNIT ETC, COTTON
HS 611020
T-SHIRTS, SINGLETS, TANK TOPS ETC, KNIT ETC COTTON
HS 610910
SWEATERS, PULLOVERS ETC, KNIT ETC, MANMADE FIBERS
HS 611030
T-SHIRTS, SINGLETS ETC, KNIT ETC, TEXTILES NESOI
HS 610990
W/G TROUSER OVERALL BREECHES SHORTS SYN FIB, KNIT
HS 610463
MEN'S OR BOYS' SHIRTS OF MANMADE FIBERS, KNITTED O
HS 610520
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $21.5M | $852K | -$20.6M |
| North Carolina | $10.6M | $287K | -$10.3M |
| New York | $7.1M | $38K | -$7.1M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $24.7M | $180K | -$24.5M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $9.8M | $42K | -$9.8M |
| SAVANNAH, GA | $6.7M | $180K | -$6.5M |