U.S. imports of Cotton Waste, N.E.S. (SITC 26339) totaled $362K in August 2026, imported from 10 countries.
Importers of Cotton Waste, N.E.S. paid $21K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 5.92% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Cotton Waste, N.E.S. imports of $362K in August 2026 ran 68% below the year-to-date monthly average of $1.1M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataResidual cotton fiber streams not elsewhere specified — including card strips, comber noils, and reclaimed fiber — feed into the recycled textile, nonwoven, and industrial wiping-cloth sectors. Classification here turns on whether the waste has been garnetted or otherwise processed, distinctions that affect both duty treatment and end-use suitability. Buyers sourcing this material for yarn re-entry must verify fiber length and contamination levels, as these determine whether the waste can be blended back into spinning lines or must be downgraded to stuffing or absorbent applications.
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29 import shipments a month
The N.E.S. designation captures residual cotton waste streams not covered by more specific headings — such as yarn waste, garnetted stock, or comber noils classified elsewhere. Importers should confirm the processing stage and fiber form with their customs broker, as misclassification between waste sub-categories can affect applicable duty rates.
Primary buyers include manufacturers of recycled open-end spun yarns, nonwoven fabrics, industrial wiping cloths, and absorbent batting. The fiber's suitability for each application depends on staple length, cleanliness, and the degree of prior processing.
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Basic heading 26339 · $362K of $3.8B
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Imports · August 2026
origin
Pakistan and Mexico together supply 70% of it. Turkey pays 12.5% duty; Honduras 0.0%.
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Imports
$362KYoY · free account
Exports
$135KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $14.2M of Cotton Waste, N.E.S. and exported $3.0M.
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.