Somet SM92-i Rapier Loom from China
The Somet SM92-i is a robust rapier loom for weaving fabrics exceeding 5 meters in width, commonly used for technical textiles and wide canvas. It qualifies for HTS 8446.30.1010 as a power-driven shuttleless rapier machine over 4.9m.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label components clearly for partial assembly imports to prevent classification as unassembled complete machines
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• Include software licenses in valuation as modern looms have electronic controls