Santoni SM8-TOP3 Circular Hosiery Knitting Machine from China
The Santoni SM8-TOP3 is a high-speed circular knitting machine designed specifically for producing seamless hosiery such as socks and stockings. It features a cylinder diameter under 165 mm and employs individual needle selection for complex patterns, fitting HTS 8447.11.10.00 as a specialized machine for hosiery knitting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify cylinder diameter certification under 165 mm to confirm classification in 8447.11.10.00; larger diameters shift to other subheadings
• Provide machine specifications and end-use declaration for hosiery to avoid misclassification as general circular knitters in 8447.11.20
• Ensure CE marking and safety certifications for EU-origin machines to expedite customs clearance