Dornier AWS 6 Rapier Loom from Germany
Dornier AWS 6 rapier looms excel in weaving extra-wide fabrics beyond 5.5 meters for applications like geotextiles and sails. This shuttleless power loom matches HTS 8446.30.1010 due to its rapier insertion system and specified width capacity.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document maximum reed width precisely as customs may measure physical dimensions upon arrival
• Obtain end-user declarations if imported for specific fabric types to justify classification
• Budget for specialized crating and transport due to oversized dimensions of wide looms