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.
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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