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U.S. imports of warp knit fabrics of artificial fibers, yarn of different colors (HS 600543) totaled $908 in May 2026, traded with 4 countries.
Warp Knit Fabrics of Artificial Fibers, Yarn of Different Colors imports of $908 in May 2026 ran 13% above the year-to-date monthly average of $804.2.
Last updated: May 2026 dataConstructed from pre-dyed yarns fed in multiple colors before knitting, these warp knit fabrics achieve stripe, check, or jacquard-style color effects that are inherent to the fabric structure rather than applied post-construction — a distinction that separates them from dyed or printed counterparts at the classification level. The three US tariff lines under this heading separate open-work constructions (6005430010) from other fabrics (6005430080), with a general line (6005430000) also present. China leads US imports, while Italy and Turkey are notable suppliers, reflecting European expertise in fashion-oriented multi-color warp knit production. Buyers sourcing from China should account for Section 301 exposure when modeling landed costs.
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The key test is whether color variation is integral to the yarn before knitting or applied to the finished fabric surface. Inspectors may examine cross-sections of the fabric: in yarn-dyed constructions, color penetrates the full yarn diameter, whereas printed fabrics show surface-only color application. Mill production records and yarn dyeing certificates support the yarn-dyed claim.
Fashion apparel (particularly blouses, dresses, and linings with built-in stripe or geometric patterns), home furnishings, and decorative trimmings are the primary end uses. The inherent color stability of yarn-dyed construction — versus printed alternatives that may crock or fade — makes these fabrics preferred for applications requiring wash durability.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6005430010 | OPN-WRK FABS, DIFF COLORS, ARTIF FIBERS, WARP KNIT | $0 | -- | -- |
| 6005430080 | OTHER YARNS OF DIFF COLORS, ARTIF FIBERS, WRP KNIT | $0 | -- | -- |
OPN-WRK FABS, DIFF COLORS, ARTIF FIBERS, WARP KNIT
OTHER YARNS OF DIFF COLORS, ARTIF FIBERS, WRP KNIT
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6005430000 | WRP KNIT FAB(INCL GALLON)OF ART FIB YAR OF DIF CLR | $21K |
WRP KNIT FAB(INCL GALLON)OF ART FIB YAR OF DIF CLR
521 kg
OTHER WARP KNIT FABRICS (INCLUDING GALLOON), NESOI
HS 600590
WARP KT FAB, SYNT FIB,OTHER, UNBLC/BLEACHED
HS 600536
KNIT/CROC FAB,WD>30 CM, CONT 5%OR MORE ELASTO YARN
HS 600410
KNIT/CROC FABS,SYNT FBRS, YARN OF DIF. COLORS, NES
HS 600633
KNITTED OR CORCHETED FABRICS,SYNTH FBRS, DYED, NES
HS 600632
WARP KNIT FAB,SYNT FIBERS, OTHER, DYED
HS 600537
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | -- | $21K | +$21K |
| Illinois | -- | -- | -- |
| Puerto Rico | -- | -- | -- |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTAY MESA, CA | -- | $21K | +$21K |
| SAN JUAN, PR | -- | -- | -- |
| ANCHORAGE, AK | -- | -- | -- |