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Fiber Blending Line Machine from Japan

Automated blending line that proportionally mixes different textile fibers (cotton/synthetic/wool) using air flow and chute feeds. Classified under 8445.19.00 for preparing homogeneous fiber blends before carding or combing. Ensures uniform yarn quality in blended fabric production.

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 blend ratio programming specs to demonstrate textile fiber mixing capability required by HTS notes

• Calibration certificates for proportioning mechanisms aid customs verification of classification