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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of textile wicks for lamps, candles & stoves; incandescent gas mantles (SITC 65772) totaled $580K in April 2026, traded with 28 countries.
Importers of Textile Wicks for Lamps, Candles & Stoves; Incandescent Gas Mantles paid $133K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 25% on $532K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Textile Wicks for Lamps, Candles & Stoves; Incandescent Gas Mantles imports of $580K in April 2026 ran 17% above the year-to-date monthly average of $494K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataWoven, plaited, or knitted textile wicks for lamps, candles, stoves, and lighters represent a specialized technical textile segment where construction method and fiber composition directly affect burn performance and regulatory compliance. Incandescent gas mantles — tubular knitted fabric impregnated with rare-earth oxides — are also covered here, serving the camping and outdoor-lighting market. Both product types are niche but technically precise: wick diameter, braid structure, and fiber content are the specification variables that drive sourcing decisions.
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Gas mantles containing thorium oxide have historically been subject to NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) considerations due to low-level radioactivity. Importers should verify the oxide composition with the manufacturer and consult a licensed customs broker or the NRC regarding current admissibility requirements before importing thoriated mantles.
The heading specifically requires wicks to be woven, plaited, or knitted — a simple twisted or spun cotton string that has not been woven or braided may not qualify. The construction method should be confirmed with the supplier and documented for customs purposes.
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