Matec MS2 Multi-Station Hosiery Machine

The Matec MS2 features multiple stations on a single frame for efficient hosiery knitting, with each cylinder under 165 mm tailored for socks. This design falls under HTS 8447.11.10.00 as circular knitting machines dedicated to hosiery production.

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%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8447.11Same rate: 17.5%

If designed for lace, net or tulle rather than hosiery

Specialized circular machines for lace or net fabrics use different headings within 8447.11.

8479.10.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If integrated with chairside assembly for industrial hosiery lines

Fully assembled production units may classify as complete industrial machinery.

8447.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If imported as incomplete machines lacking key hosiery-specific cylinders

Unfinished knitting machines classify under parts provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Break down multi-station specs in entry docs to affirm each unit's hosiery classification

Obtain Italian export certificates if applicable to validate origin for preferential tariffs

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