Air Jet Loom Tsudakoma ZAX910i from Japan
The Tsudakoma ZAX910i is a high-speed air jet weaving machine designed for producing fabrics wider than 4.9 meters, utilizing compressed air to propel the weft yarn through the shed. It falls under HTS 8446.30.1020 as a jet type shuttleless power loom for extra-wide fabrics exceeding 30 cm width. Ideal for manufacturing large-scale industrial textiles like tarpaulins and wide upholstery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify machine width capacity exceeds 4.9m and confirm jet propulsion mechanism in technical specs for correct classification
• Provide detailed engineering drawings and airflow system documentation to Customs
• Watch for misclassification as rapier looms which fall under different subheadings