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

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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