Typical 134-Style Feed-Off-Arm Pocket Hemmer
The Typical 134-Style is a feed-off-arm machine for hemming jeans pockets with precise double-needle stitching. It is an industrial sewing machine for denim production, not automatic, and falls under tariff item 8452.29.00 as 'Other sewing machines'.
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 machine is automatic
Automatic sewing machines are classified separately from non-automatic ones.
If the machine is of the household type
Household sewing machines are classified under a different heading than industrial ones.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the machine as industrial, not household, to ensure correct duty rates
• Verify if the machine is non-automatic; if automatic, use heading 8452.21.00
• Prepare documentation for CBSA showing the machine's specific use
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