Golden Wheel GW-SJ3 Double Jersey Cylinder Dial Knitter from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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