Miniature Laboratory Carding Machine

Compact lab-scale carding machine for R&D fiber testing, producing small sliver samples from textile fibers. Still qualifies under HTS 8445.19.00 as fiber preparation machinery despite scale, used by yarn research facilities. Features precision controls for fiber quality analysis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China3.3%+17.5%20.8%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9024.80.00Higher: 35% vs 20.8%

If primarily a testing instrument with minimal processing

Lab testing machines for material properties shift to Chapter 90 scientific instruments.

8479.82.00Higher: 35% vs 20.8%

If classified as general laboratory mixing equipment

Non-specific lab material processors go to 8479 lab machinery provisions.

8445.11.00Lower: 17.5% vs 20.8%

If lab model designed only for cotton samples

Even lab-scale cotton-specific machines may use cotton provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Research end-use statement prevents misclassification as toy machinery or educational equipment

• Capacity specs (under 10kg/hr) still qualify as industrial fiber prep per HTS definitions

• Include calibration traceability for scientific instrument valuation considerations

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