Dornier STS 280cm Shuttle Loom

A robust shuttle weaving machine from Dornier for heavy-duty fabrics over 30 cm wide, ideal for denim or canvas production. Classified under HTS 8446.29.00.00 as 'Other' shuttle-type looms not dedicated to specific fabric types like carpets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8446.21Lower: 13.7% vs 17.5%

If converted to projectile or rapier shuttleless operation

Modernized looms without shuttles are reclassified to 8446.21 for power weaving machines >30 cm.

9024.80.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If primarily used for testing woven fabric quality in labs

Hybrid machines with significant testing functions may fall under Chapter 90 as testing apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document shuttle mechanism with photos/videos to distinguish from shuttleless models during customs review

Check for anti-dumping duties if sourced from certain Asian manufacturers and declare country of origin accurately

Obtain mill certificates for metal components to comply with steel import regulations