Matec MS2 Multi-Station Hosiery Machine from Germany
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.
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
• 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
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing high-tech features like servo motors