Elastic Waistband Weaving Loom from China
Power loom optimized for elasticated narrow fabrics used in garment waistbands, cuffs, and sportswear up to 30 cm. Incorporates rubber thread insertion systems for stretch properties. HTS 8446.10.0010 includes such specialized narrow weaving machines.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Document rubber content ratios to distinguish from rigid looms
• Include stretch recovery test results for technical validation
• Prepare for fiber content origin rules in FTAs