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Rifa Wide-Width Industrial Loom

Chinese-manufactured shuttle-type power loom for carbon fiber reinforced fabrics over 5 meters, serving aerospace and automotive composites. Classified in HTS 8446.21.10.00 due to its power-driven wide weaving specifications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8446.29.00.00Higher: 20% vs 12.5%

If shuttleless design for same width

Technology type (shuttle vs shuttleless) splits classifications within power looms.

8479.89Higher: 15% vs 12.5%

If when imported with automation software as integrated system

Complex automated textile systems may fall under unspecified machinery chapters.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain origin certificates verifying non-sensitive tech transfer for dual-use materials like carbon fiber looms

• Include noise level certifications (<85dB) for industrial zoning compliance