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
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
• 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