Saurer Autocoro Air Spinning Machine from Japan
Saurer's Autocoro uses rotor spinning to produce coarse yarns from cotton waste or synthetics at high speeds. This machine is classified under HTS 8445.20.00.00, though notes distinguish it within textile spinning for its air vortex rotor process creating yarn.
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
• Submit rotor diameter and speed specs to differentiate from pure winders; HTS notes require textile yarn proof
• Bundle with training certs for operators to aid valuation disputes