Santoni Top 3.2 Terry Circular Knitting Machine
Santoni's Top 3.2 is a small-diameter (130 mm cylinder) circular knitter for terry fabrics used in sportswear and towels. Classified in HTS 8447.11.90 for its cylinder size under 165 mm and general circular knitting function beyond hosiery specifics. Supports high-speed production of loop-pile knits.
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If cylinder diameter exceeds 165 mm
Larger cylinder machines for broader fabrics shift to flat or other circular subheadings.
If imported as parts or accessories like needles/cylinders
Separate parts for knitting machines are classified in 8447.90 rather than complete machines.
If for multi-function machines not principally knitting
Machines combining knitting with cutting or sewing may fall under unspecified industrial machinery.
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