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Wool Carding Machine Model WC-800F from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide fiber content test data confirming wool compatibility to support classification

• Ensure electrical specs match destination voltage; non-compliant machines face rejection

• Document serial numbers and OEM certifications to prove new condition and avoid used goods duties