Golden Wheel GW-SJ3 Double Jersey Cylinder Dial Knitter

Chinese-made Golden Wheel GW-SJ3 features cylinder and dial beds under 165mm diameter for economical double jersey knit fabric production in apparel manufacturing. HTS 8447.11.9020 covers this as other cylinder and dial circular knitting machines. It offers cost-effective alternative to European brands with similar interlock capabilities.

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.

8447.12.90Same rate: 17.5%

If configured with flat stitch-bonding capabilities

Stitch-bonding machines (even circular variants) classify separately under 8447.12.90xx provisions.

8487.90.00Higher: 38.9% vs 17.5%

If primarily a machinery overhaul kit with new cylinder/dial

Replacement rotary parts for knitting machines may classify as machinery parts in 8487.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Section 301 tariffs (25%) apply to Chinese textile machinery—factor into landed cost calculations

Request English-language operation manuals certified by manufacturer for CBP inspection

Measure actual cylinder precisely; Chinese specs sometimes list nominal vs. operational diameters

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