Synthetic Fiber Bale Opener from China
Automated machine that opens compressed bales of polyester or nylon fibers and gently separates them into loose form. Prevents fiber damage while initiating the preparation process before carding. Falls under 8445.19.00.80 for other textile fiber preparation machinery.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.8%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Provide fiber type specifications (synthetic vs natural) in import declaration to match statistical reporting
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent safety certifications for electrical components