Chiapello Circular Sock Knitter Model CKS-4 from China
Chiapello's CKS-4 is a compact circular knitting machine for fine-gauge hosiery, featuring a cylinder diameter ≤165 mm for producing sheer stockings and socks. It qualifies under HTS 8447.11.10.00 due to its hosiery-specific configuration.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Label as 'for knitting hosiery' explicitly on commercial invoice
• Comply with voltage/frequency standards for U.S. import to avoid CBP holds
• Document gauge and feeder count to support specialized use claim