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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of used or new rags, scrap twine, cordage, rope & cables of textile materials (SITC 26902) totaled $6.1M in April 2026, traded with 36 countries.
Importers of Used or New Rags, Scrap Twine, Cordage, Rope & Cables of Textile Materials paid $516K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $5.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRecovered and worn textile cordage materials — including scrap twine, rope, cables, and rags — occupy a niche but commercially active segment of the secondary fiber and recycling trade. Importers classify these goods based on whether the material is genuinely worn out or merely surplus new stock, a distinction that can affect duty treatment and end-use documentation. Buyers in the fiber reclamation, industrial wiping, and rope-recycling sectors rely on this heading for feedstock sourced from global surplus markets. Accurate fiber content identification (natural vs. synthetic textile) is essential for correct classification at the 10-digit HTS level.
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The key classification criterion is condition: worn-out articles show physical degradation from use, while new scrap may be off-cuts or overstock. Importers should retain supplier documentation describing the material's origin and condition, as CBP may request evidence to confirm the goods are genuinely waste or scrap rather than usable new product.
Yes. The underlying textile material — whether cotton, jute, synthetic, or blended — can influence the applicable HTS subheading at the 10-digit level. Importers should obtain fiber content certifications from suppliers to support accurate classification and avoid potential reclassification at the port of entry.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAKISTAN | $3.9M | $10K | -$3.9M |
| MEXICO | $352K | $1.2M | +$828K |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | $183K | $770K | +$587K |
| HONDURAS | $669K | $124K | -$545K |
| CANADA | $283K | $197K | -$86K |
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Monthly import values over time