Dornier Power Loom for Wide Textile Fabrics from Germany
A shuttleless power loom designed by Dornier for weaving fabrics wider than 4.9 meters, typically used in industrial production of heavy-duty tarpaulins and sails. It falls under HTS 8446.30.10 due to its shuttleless mechanism and capability to handle fabric widths exceeding 4.9 m as specified in the heading for power looms.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications confirm fabric width capacity exceeds 4.9m and shuttleless type to avoid reclassification under narrower loom subheadings
• Include detailed technical datasheets and manufacturer certifications in import documentation to prove industrial weaving purpose