Rieter L5/80 Combing Machine from Germany
Rieter combing machine that eliminates short fibers and aligns long staple cotton through noil extraction and combing heads. Falls under HTS 8445.19.00 as specialized equipment for preparing textile fibers for high-quality yarn spinning. Essential for premium combed cotton yarn production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit fiber length compatibility data (e.g
• 1-1/8 inch cotton) to justify 8445 classification over general machinery
• Include installation blueprints showing integration with spinning lines for end-use verification