Santoni SM8-TOP3 Cylinder Dial Seamless Knitting Machine
Santoni's SM8-TOP3 is a cylinder and dial circular knitting machine (cylinder <165mm) specialized for seamless garment production like socks, gloves, and small tubular apparel. Classified in HTS 8447.11.9020 for its cylinder-dial configuration in small diameter 'other' circular knitters. It supports complex patterns via electronic selection in dual needle beds.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cylinder diameter exceeds 165 mm
Slightly larger cylinder versions of the same machine model shift to the adjacent 'over 165 mm' provision in 8447.11.9025.
If equipped for auxiliary lace/tulle making
Machines combining circular knitting with gimped yarn or lace functions classify under 8448 for multi-process textile machines.
If imported solely as electronic needle selector upgrade kit
Control units and electronic selectors detached from mechanical knitting parts may classify as measuring instruments in Chapter 90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide knitting gauge (e.g
• 24-48 needles/inch) and max speed specs in entry docs to distinguish from larger production models
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Italian textile machinery; declare country of origin accurately
• Calibrate machine dimensions pre-shipment to ensure cylinder stays under 165mm threshold for this subheading
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