Santoni SM8-TOP3 Cylinder Dial Seamless Knitting Machine from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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