Knitting machinery parts (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported knitting machinery parts (other) worth $24.5 million (680 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 174 countries for imports of this product. That is 25% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $45.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $24.5M | 680 t |
| 2023 | $32.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $41.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $41.6M | 702 t |
| 2020 | $30.6M | 451 t |
| 2019 | $36.4M | 464 t |
| 2018 | $43.0M | 578 t |
| 2017 | $45.3M | 478 t |
Where the United States imports knitting machinery parts (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (35%), Japan (14%), China (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $8.6M | 35% |
| Japan | $3.5M | 14% |
| China | $3.1M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $2.1M | 8.5% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 7.5% |
| South Korea | $704K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $576K | 2.4% |
| Czech Republic | $509K | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $495K | 2% |
| France | $460K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.98 per kg, 67% above the world average of $21.51. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Knitting machinery parts (other) exports from the United States
Exports of knitting machinery parts (other) by the United States reached $18.8 million in 2024 (352 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 109 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Dominican Republic (12%), Honduras (12%), Mexico (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Bangladesh grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $2.2M | 12% |
| Honduras | $2.2M | 12% |
| Mexico | $2.1M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 7.4% |
| Germany | $896K | 4.8% |
| Canada | $877K | 4.7% |
| Bangladesh | $729K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $610K | 3.2% |
| China | $556K | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $541K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States knitting machinery parts (other) imports (HS 8448.59): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8448.59: Machines: parts and accessories of machines or auxiliary machinery of heading no. 8447, other than sinkers, needles and other articles used in forming stitches.
Common questions
What is the value of knitting machinery parts (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported knitting machinery parts (other) worth $24.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 680 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 174 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply knitting machinery parts (other) to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Japan (14%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 15% on the year.
What is the average import price of knitting machinery parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $35.98 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $21.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of knitting machinery parts (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45.3 million in 2017 to $24.5 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2017 at $45.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export knitting machinery parts (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $18.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Honduras and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for knitting machinery parts (other)?
The HS code for knitting machinery parts (other) is subheading 8448.59. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8448 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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