U.S. imports of Garnetted Stock of Wool or Animal Hair (SITC 26862) totaled $11K in August 2026, imported from 4 countries.
Garnetted Stock of Wool or Animal Hair imports of $11K in August 2026 ran 70% below the year-to-date monthly average of $38K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataGarnetting is a mechanical recycling process that shreds woven, knitted, or felted textile waste back into a fibrous state, producing a lower-grade raw material used in low-cost yarns, blanket filling, and industrial felt. Garnetted stock derived from wool or animal hair occupies a distinct classification from virgin fiber waste, reflecting its recycled origin and typically shorter, more damaged fiber length. Textile recyclers and shoddy mills are the primary importers, sourcing this material as a cost-effective substitute for virgin fiber in non-apparel applications.
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Garnetted stock is produced by mechanically breaking down finished or semi-finished textile goods (fabrics, blankets, garments) back into fiber form. Noils and other waste arise during the initial processing of raw fiber — they are byproducts of combing or carding virgin wool. Garnetted stock tends to have shorter, weaker fibers and is generally lower in value, used mainly in industrial felt, mattress filling, and low-grade blended yarns.
Yes. Under the US Textile Fiber Products Identification Act, finished goods containing recycled or reprocessed fiber must be labeled accordingly — terms like 'reprocessed wool' or 'reused wool' are legally defined and required on consumer products. Importers of garnetted stock who also produce finished goods should ensure downstream labeling compliance.
Basic heading 203 of 239 in section 2
Basic heading 26862 · $11K of $3.8B
Imports · August 2026
origin
Belgium and Canada together supply 100% of it.
customs district
Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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Low of 9 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $397K of Garnetted Stock of Wool or Animal Hair.
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 · imports 9 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.