Saurer Textile Doubling Frame DF-1000 from China
Saurer's DF-1000 doubling frame precisely merges multiple fine yarns into coarser doubled strands for subsequent twisting, ideal for worsted yarn production. It qualifies for HTS 8445.30.00 due to its dedicated doubling mechanism in textile yarn preparation. Includes digital speed synchronization.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration confirming textile-specific design to support classification
• Document energy efficiency ratings as some countries offer duty reductions for green machinery