Brass Gripper Weaving Machine Shuttle
This is a brass gripper shuttle used in rapier looms, featuring a precise yarn gripping mechanism for weft insertion. It is a part or accessory suitable for use solely or principally with weaving machines (looms) of heading 84.46, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8448.49.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shuttle is part of a reed or similar weaving machine accessory
This item covers reeds for weaving machines, which may apply if the shuttle is integrated with such components.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the shuttle as a part of weaving machines (heading 84.46) and provide technical specifications showing its use in rapier looms
• Ensure the brass material is correctly identified for customs valuation
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Related Products under Tariff item 8448.49.00
Aluminum Air-Jet Loom Shuttle
This is a precision aluminum shuttle designed for air-jet weaving machines, where it is used for pneumatic weft insertion. It is a part or accessory suitable for use solely or principally with weaving machines (looms) of heading 84.46, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8448.49.00.
Automatic Warp Stop Motion Device
This is an automatic warp stop motion device that detects broken warp threads and immediately stops the loom to prevent fabric defects. It is a part or accessory suitable for use solely or principally with weaving machines (looms) of heading 84.46, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8448.49.00.
Carbon Fiber Composite Weaving Shuttle
This is a high-strength carbon fiber composite shuttle for advanced weaving looms, offering reduced weight and corrosion resistance. It is a part or accessory suitable for use solely or principally with weaving machines (looms) of heading 84.46, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8448.49.00.
Ceramic-Coated Projectile Loom Shuttle
This is an advanced shuttle with a ceramic coating for projectile weaving looms, reducing friction and extending life in high-volume production. It is a part or accessory suitable for use solely or principally with weaving machines (looms) of heading 84.46, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8448.49.00.
Dobby Mechanism for Weaving Looms
This is a dobby mechanism, an auxiliary device used with weaving machines (looms) of heading 84.46 to control harness movement for creating complex weave patterns. It is classified under tariff item 8448.49.00 as auxiliary machinery for weaving machines.
Drop Wires for Warp Stop Motions
These are drop wires, delicate metal sensors that detect broken warp ends by falling onto electrical contacts in stop motion systems. They are accessories of weaving machines and are classified under tariff item 8448.49.00 as parts or accessories of weaving machines.