Dornier STS 280cm Shuttle Loom from Japan
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.
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
• 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