SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of retail-packaged needlecraft sets (SITC 65899) totaled $1.0M in April 2026, traded with 45 countries.
Importers of Retail-Packaged Needlecraft Sets paid $231K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 25% on $931K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPackaged for retail sale and combining woven fabric with yarn — and sometimes additional accessories — needlecraft sets for making rugs, tablecloths, and similar articles occupy a narrow, specifically defined classification that depends on the retail-ready packaging and the combination of components. The retail-packaged condition is essential: the same fabric and yarn sold separately would classify under their respective textile headings. This heading is relevant to craft supply importers and specialty retailers sourcing DIY textile kits from overseas manufacturers.
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If the fabric and yarn components are imported separately rather than as a pre-packaged retail set, each component would classify under its own applicable heading — woven fabric under fabric headings, yarn under yarn headings. The combined needlecraft set classification applies specifically to sets put up for retail sale as a unit at the time of importation.
The heading explicitly contemplates accessories accompanying the fabric and yarn components. Incidental accessories such as needles, pattern instructions, or small tools included in the retail package generally do not displace the classification, provided the essential character of the set remains the fabric-and-yarn combination intended for a specific needlecraft project.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $399K | $10K | -$389K |
| ITALY | $218K | -- | -$218K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $149K | $3K | -$146K |
| CANADA | $63K | $43K | -$20K |
| FRANCE | $54K | $5K | -$49K |
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