Sewing and knitting needles imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sewing and knitting needles by the United States reached $21.6 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 207 countries. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $21.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $20.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $21.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $20.5M | 889 t |
| 2020 | $19.8M | 848 t |
| 2019 | $19.4M | 978 t |
| 2018 | $20.2M | 955 t |
| 2017 | $19.7M | 841 t |
Where the United States imports sewing and knitting needles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.9M | 55% |
| Japan | $3.4M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 5.8% |
| India | $1.2M | 5.4% |
| Malaysia | $955K | 4.4% |
| Taiwan | $673K | 3.1% |
| France | $337K | 1.6% |
| Hungary | $252K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $242K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $215K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.26 per kg, 34% above the world average of $11.40. 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.
Sewing and knitting needles exports from the United States
The United States exported $11.7 million of sewing and knitting needles in 2024 (264 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 138 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Costa Rica (19%), Canada (12%), China (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | $2.2M | 19% |
| Canada | $1.4M | 12% |
| China | $1.3M | 11% |
| South Korea | $753K | 6.4% |
| Malaysia | $642K | 5.5% |
| Germany | $566K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $536K | 4.6% |
| India | $496K | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $337K | 2.9% |
| France | $318K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sewing and knitting needles imports (HS 7319.90): 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 7319.90: Sewing and knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles, for use in the hand, not elsewhere specified or included, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of sewing and knitting needles imported by the United States?
The United States imported sewing and knitting needles worth $21.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 207 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply sewing and knitting needles to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($11.9 million), followed by Japan (16%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 30% on the year.
What is the average import price of sewing and knitting needles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.26 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $11.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sewing and knitting needles to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.7 million in 2017 to $21.6 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export sewing and knitting needles?
Yes. The United States exported $11.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Costa Rica, Canada and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for sewing and knitting needles?
The HS code for sewing and knitting needles is subheading 7319.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7319 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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