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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of sewing machine needles, furniture, bases, covers & parts (SITC 72439) totaled $4.3M in April 2026, traded with 34 countries.
Importers of Sewing Machine Needles, Furniture, Bases, Covers & Parts paid $474K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $4.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Sewing Machine Needles, Furniture, Bases, Covers & Parts imports of $4.3M in April 2026 ran 26% below the year-to-date monthly average of $5.8M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataNeedles, furniture (stands and tables), bases, covers, and mechanical parts for sewing machines are grouped together here, reflecting their shared role as accessories and maintenance components rather than complete machines. Sewing machine needles alone represent a significant aftermarket trade flow, with needle specifications (system number, point style, shaft diameter) tightly tied to the machine model and fabric type, making precise specification documentation essential for commercial orders. Parts and accessories for industrial machines may carry different tariff treatment than those for household machines depending on how the HTS schedule subdivides this category, so importers should confirm the applicable classification at the 10-digit level.
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Under the SITC system this heading groups needles together with furniture, bases, and mechanical parts. However, at the HTS 10-digit level used for US import entry, needles may be separately enumerated from other parts and accessories. Importers should verify the specific HTS subheading applicable to needles versus mechanical components to ensure correct duty treatment.
A manufacturer's parts list or catalog cross-referencing the part number to a specific machine model (household or industrial) is the most useful documentation. If the part is universal or compatible with both machine types, the importer should be prepared to justify classification based on the part's principal use, supported by sales records or technical literature.
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