Textile Printer Ink Pump from China
A peristaltic or diaphragm pump designed to circulate viscous dye pastes through textile printing machine manifolds without contamination. Optimized for abrasive textile inks in heading 8442 equipment, it ensures consistent pressure for flawless fabric patterns. Corrosion-resistant materials extend life in dye-heavy environments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document flow rate specs for textile viscosities to differentiate from general pumps
• Require FDA-equivalent certs if dyes contact food-contact fabrics
• Avoid oversize shipments; pumps often trigger machinery valuation scrutiny