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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of synthetic staple fibers of polyesters, processed for spinning (SITC 26672) totaled $40K in April 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Synthetic Staple Fibers of Polyesters, Processed for Spinning imports of $40K in April 2026 ran 196% above the year-to-date monthly average of $13K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCarded or combed polyester staple fiber — prepared into sliver or lap form ready for spinning — is a direct input to ring-spinning and rotor-spinning mills producing polyester and polyester-blend yarns for apparel, home textiles, and industrial fabrics. The value-added processing step distinguishes this product from raw PSF bales and typically means the fiber has been opened, cleaned, and aligned, reducing the work required at the spinning mill. Antidumping measures that apply to polyester staple fiber from certain origins may extend to the processed form depending on the scope language of the relevant order, making scope ruling requests a practical tool for importers uncertain about coverage.
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It depends on the specific scope language of each order. Some antidumping orders on polyester staple fiber are written broadly enough to include carded or combed fiber, while others may not. Importers should request a formal scope ruling from the Department of Commerce if there is any ambiguity about whether their specific product form is covered.
Staple length, denier per filament, crimp frequency, and the degree of fiber parallelization after carding or combing are the primary grade determinants. Spinning mills also specify minimum tensile strength and maximum short-fiber content, as these directly affect yarn evenness and breakage rates on high-speed spinning equipment.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| INDIA | -- | $95K | +$95K |
| GERMANY | $40K | -- | -$40K |
| COSTA RICA | -- | $11K | +$11K |
| CANADA | -- | $9K | +$9K |
| PERU | -- | $6K | +$6K |
Monthly import values over time
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