U.S. imports of Knitted or Crocheted Pile Fabrics, NES (SITC 65519) totaled $2.1M in August 2026, imported from 30 countries.
Importers of Knitted or Crocheted Pile Fabrics, NES paid $797K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 37.39% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Knitted or Crocheted Pile Fabrics, NES imports of $2.1M in August 2026 ran 11% below the year-to-date monthly average of $2.4M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataA residual category capturing knitted and crocheted pile fabrics not classified as long pile or looped pile, this heading encompasses cut-pile knits, velour knits, and other pile constructions whose surface texture falls outside those specific definitions. Velour knit — widely used in tracksuits, upholstery, and soft furnishings — is a commercially significant product type here, distinguished by its sheared, dense pile that resembles woven velvet but with the stretch of a knit base. Importers should confirm that the fabric's pile construction genuinely does not meet the criteria for the long pile or looped pile headings before classifying here, as misclassification between these adjacent categories is a common audit finding.
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Knitted velour is typically classified here because its pile is cut and sheared to a short, uniform height — it is neither a long pile (which has extended fiber lengths) nor a looped pile (which retains intact loops). However, if a velour-style fabric has an unusually long pile before shearing, or if the shearing is incomplete, CBP may scrutinize the construction. A mill technical sheet confirming the pile type and finishing process is the best supporting document.
The most frequent issues are misclassification between the three pile knit headings (long, looped, and NES) and incorrect fiber content declarations, both of which can trigger CBP penalties or reliquidation. Additionally, knitted pile fabrics from certain origins may be subject to Section 301 tariffs, so origin documentation — including a certificate of origin and, where applicable, a manufacturer's affidavit — should be obtained before shipment.
Basic heading 65519 · $2.1M of $27.0B
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Imports · August 2026
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China and South Korea together supply 79% of it. China pays 51.5% duty; Mexico 0.0%.
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$2.1MYoY · free account
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$1.3MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $29.2M of Knitted or Crocheted Pile Fabrics, NES and exported $13.8M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.