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HSChapter 59
U.S. imports of textile products & articles for technical uses (other) (HS 591190) totaled $51.0M in April 2026, traded with 63 countries.
Importers of Textile Products & Articles for Technical Uses (Other) paid $2.8M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $17.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataA residual heading for industrial textile articles not captured by more specific headings in Chapter 59, this category spans textile cords, braids, and similar products used in industry (5911900040) as well as a broad NESOI line (5911900080) covering gaskets, packings, polishing discs, and other engineered textile components. Mexico leads US imports under this heading, followed by China and Canada — a supply mix that reflects both nearshore manufacturing for industrial OEM applications and lower-cost sourcing for commodity technical articles. Classification disputes frequently arise when articles could alternatively fall under Chapter 56 (wadding, felt) or Chapter 68 (mineral fiber articles), making end-use documentation essential.
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Articles in 5911.90 must be textile products used for specifically technical purposes — such as machinery components, filtration, or mechanical transmission. If an article is primarily a garment accessory, a rope or cordage product, or a mineral-fiber article, it may belong in Chapter 56, 56, or 68 respectively. CBP rulings on similar articles and the product's commercial invoice description of end-use are the primary tools for resolving these boundary questions.
Many technical textile articles classified under Chapter 59, including industrial cords and braids, have been subject to Section 301 measures when originating in China. Importers should verify the current Section 301 list status for the specific 10-digit HTS code — 5911900040 or 5911900080 — before finalizing sourcing decisions, as applicability and any exclusions can change.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $29.1M | $9.0M | -$20.1M |
| CANADA | $2.3M | $6.7M | +$4.4M |
| CHINA | $3.6M | $1.2M | -$2.5M |
| GERMANY | $2.3M | $1.4M | -$870K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $2.3M | $222K | -$2.1M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5911900080 | TEXTILE PRODUCTS ETC FOR TECHNICAL USES NESOI | $50.1M | 16.28% | $2.7M |
| 5911900040 | TEXTILE CORDS, BRAIDS & THE LIKE, USED IN INDUSTRY | $895K | 15.56% | $124K |
TEXTILE PRODUCTS ETC FOR TECHNICAL USES NESOI
TEXTILE CORDS, BRAIDS & THE LIKE, USED IN INDUSTRY
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5911900080 | TEXTILE PRODUCTS ETC FOR TECHNICAL USES NESOI | $29.1M |
| 5911900040 | TEXTILE CORDS, BRAIDS & THE LIKE, USED IN INDUSTRY | $5.2M |
TEXTILE PRODUCTS ETC FOR TECHNICAL USES NESOI
731.1K kg
TEXTILE CORDS, BRAIDS & THE LIKE, USED IN INDUSTRY
374.3K kg
TEXTILE FABRICS, IMPREGN ETC NESOI, PLASTICS NESOI
HS 590390
TEXTILE FABRICS, IMPREGN ETC NESOI, POLYURETHANE
HS 590320
TIRE CORD FABRIC OF HIGH TENACITY YARN, POLYESTERS
HS 590220
TEXTILE FABRICS, IMPREGNATED ETC NESOI WITH PVC
HS 590310
TIRE CORD FABRIC OF HIGH TENACITY YARN, NYLON ETC
HS 590210
TEXTILE FABRICS ETC, PAPERMAKING, 650 G/M2 OR MORE
HS 591132
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YSLETA, TX | $15.8M | $1.5M | -$14.3M |
| LAREDO, TX | $4.6M | $4.5M | -$74K |
| OTAY MESA, CA | $3.8M | $765K | -$3.0M |