Cotton Carding Machine Model TC-1200 from Germany

The TC-1200 is a high-speed carding machine designed specifically for processing raw cotton fibers into uniform slivers by separating and aligning individual fibers. It features a large main cylinder, flats with clothing, and doffer to remove impurities and create parallel fiber webs. Classified under HTS 8445.11.00.00 as it is a dedicated machine for the carding preparation of textile fibers.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify machine specifications match 'carding machines' per Chapter 84 notes; provide technical brochures showing fiber separation function

Include CE marking or equivalent safety certifications for textile machinery to avoid customs holds

Declare exact fiber type compatibility (e.g

cotton) in entry docs to prevent misclassification as general prep machines