Ruti C 516 Shuttle Loom from Japan
The Ruti C 516 is a classic shuttle-type weaving machine for fabrics wider than 30 cm, suited for cotton or woolen mills. Falls precisely under HTS 8446.29.00.00 for other shuttle looms.
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
• Provide operator manuals in English/Spanish for customs verification of use
• Declare used/refurbished status accurately to apply correct depreciation rates
• Inspect for asbestos in older models; obtain clean certifications