Dornier AWS 6/S Rapier Loom from China
Dornier AWS 6/S rapier weaving machine excels in weaving heavy fabrics like denim and canvas exceeding 30 cm width using flexible rapier technology. It offers modular design for easy adaptation to various yarn types. HTS 8446.30.5010 applies to this shuttleless rapier type loom.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct pre-shipment inspection to certify rapier components meet shuttleless criteria
• Prepare bills of lading specifying 'textile machinery' to avoid bulk cargo misrouting