Brother SA9000 Single Jersey Circular Knitting Machine from Japan
This compact circular knitting machine from Brother features a cylinder diameter of 100 mm, designed for producing single jersey fabrics used in t-shirts and underwear. It falls under HTS 8447.11.90 as a circular knitting machine with cylinder diameter not exceeding 165 mm and not specifically for hosiery or other specialized uses. Ideal for small-scale production of fine-gauge knits.
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Import Tips
• Verify cylinder diameter measurement in import documentation to confirm classification under 8447.11.90; exceeding 165 mm shifts to other subheadings
• Provide machine specifications and end-use declaration to avoid misclassification as hosiery equipment under 8447.11.20
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent for safety compliance if destined for EU markets; common pitfall is incomplete technical datasheets