Picanol OptiMax Wide-Width Power Loom

Picanol's OptiMax-i model power loom optimized for weaving ultra-wide fabrics exceeding 4.9 meters, ideal for technical textiles like geotextiles. Classified in HTS 8446.30.10 for its power-driven, shuttleless operation producing fabrics over 4.9m wide.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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8446.30.50Higher: 38.7% vs 17.5%

If for shuttleless looms weaving widths not exceeding 4.9m

Narrower shuttleless power looms go to 8446.30.50 or similar subheadings based on width limits.

9031.49Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If primarily equipped for fabric testing rather than weaving

Machines with dominant measuring/evaluating functions for woven fabrics classify in Chapter 90.

8448.19.00Same rate: 17.5%

If designed specifically for knitting rather than weaving

Knitting machines, even wide-width, fall under 8448, distinct from weaving looms in 8446.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain EU or origin-country export certificates confirming shuttleless power loom status and width capacity

Label shipments clearly as 'industrial weaving machinery' to prevent customs confusion with apparel looms