Universal Fiber Carding Machine UCM-2000
The UCM-2000 is a versatile carding machine capable of handling cotton, wool, and short synthetic fibers through interchangeable clothing and speed controls. It produces parallel slivers ready for drawing frames in yarn production. Classified in HTS 8445.11.00.00 for its primary carding function in textile fiber preparation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If includes integrated combing apparatus
Machines combining carding and combing functions are separately provided in 8445.12.
If for very short fiber or non-textile applications like flax
Specialized short-fiber prep may fall under other fiber machinery headings.
If industrial-scale models for non-retail bulk processing
Very large continuous processing equipment sometimes shifts to other material handling provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
⢠Submit detailed user manuals highlighting carding mechanisms to confirm heading 8445 classification
⢠Check for anti-dumping duties on textile machinery from certain origins like China or India
⢠Label all components clearly; incomplete assemblies risk reclassification as parts
Related Products under HTS 8445.11.00.00
Cotton Carding Machine Model TC-1200
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.
Wool Carding Machine Model WC-800F
The WC-800F is a fine wool carding machine optimized for delicate wool fibers, featuring adjustable flats and slow-speed cylinders to minimize fiber damage while producing high-quality slivers. It includes doffing systems for continuous operation in wool yarn preparation lines. Falls under HTS 8445.11.00.00 as a specialized carding machine for natural textile fibers.
Mini Cotton Carding Machine MC-500
The compact MC-500 mini carding machine is ideal for small-scale cotton processing, featuring a 500mm cylinder for lab or boutique yarn production. It aligns and cleans fibers into sliver cans efficiently. HTS 8445.11.00.00 applies as a carding machine for textile fiber preparation.
High-Speed Synthetic Carding Machine HSC-1500
Designed for polyester and viscose staples, the HSC-1500 operates at high speeds up to 800m/min with stationary flats for superior fiber parallelization. It outputs condensed slivers for spinning. Though optimized for synthetics, base classification remains HTS 8445.11.00.00 for carding machines.
Revolutionary Flat-Top Carding Machine FTC-3000
The FTC-3000 features modern flat-top technology with automated cleaning and electronic doffing for consistent cotton sliver quality at industrial scales. It processes up to 100kg/hour of raw fiber. HTS 8445.11.00.00 for advanced textile fiber carding equipment.