Dornier AWS 6 Rapier Loom from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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