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Tsudakoma Air Jet Loom ZAX-N from Germany

The Tsudakoma Air Jet Loom ZAX-N is a high-speed shuttleless weaving machine designed for producing fabrics wider than 30 cm using compressed air to propel weft yarn through the shed. It falls under HTS 8446.30.5020 as a jet type loom specifically for industrial textile production. This model is widely used for weaving synthetic and filament yarns in apparel and home textiles.

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 shuttleless jet type and fabric width exceeding 30 cm to avoid misclassification under power looms

• Include detailed technical manuals and CE certification for machinery safety compliance during customs clearance

• Prepare for potential inspection of air jet nozzles and electronic controls, common pitfalls include incomplete origin certificates