Small circular knitting machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported small circular knitting machines worth $5.3 million (109 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 126 countries for imports of this product. That is 41% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $16.1 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 | $5.3M | 109 t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 237 t |
| 2022 | $11.3M | 222 t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 197 t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 215 t |
| 2019 | $16.1M | 270 t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 230 t |
| 2017 | $11.8M | 230 t |
Where the United States imports small circular knitting machines from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+173% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.6M | 67% |
| Germany | $926K | 18% |
| China | $355K | 6.7% |
| Canada | $187K | 3.5% |
| Japan | $128K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $58K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $40K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $19K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.56 per kg, 104% above the world average of $23.85. 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.
Small circular knitting machines exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported small circular knitting machines worth $4.1 million (88 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 70 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (21%), China (18%), Honduras (16%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $864K | 21% |
| China | $742K | 18% |
| Honduras | $661K | 16% |
| Spain | $390K | 9.5% |
| Pakistan | $357K | 8.7% |
| Thailand | $298K | 7.2% |
| India | $259K | 6.3% |
| Tunisia | $130K | 3.1% |
| Colombia | $102K | 2.5% |
| Lebanon | $57K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States small circular knitting machines imports (HS 8447.11): 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 8447.11: Knitting machines: circular, with cylinder diameter not exceeding 165mm.
Common questions
What is the value of small circular knitting machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported small circular knitting machines worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 109 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 126 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply small circular knitting machines to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Germany (17%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 223% on the year.
What is the average import price of small circular knitting machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.56 per kg in 2024, 104% above the world average of $23.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of small circular knitting machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.8 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, a fall of 55%. The peak was 2019 at $16.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export small circular knitting machines?
Yes. The United States exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, China and Honduras. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for small circular knitting machines?
The HS code for small circular knitting machines is subheading 8447.11. 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 8447 page.
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