Lonati LA 623 Hosiery Circular Knitter from Germany
Lonati LA 623 is a high-production circular knitting machine with cylinder diameter over 165 mm, specialized for manufacturing men's, women's, and children's hosiery including dress socks and sport socks. It supports terry and plain knitting patterns typical for hosiery. Falls under HTS 8447.12.10.00 due to its dedicated hosiery knitting function.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide engineering drawings showing cylinder size and hosiery-specific needles to Customs for verification
• Label machine clearly as 'Hosiery Knitting Machine' and avoid generic descriptions to prevent misclassification
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Italian textile machinery; check Commerce Department updates