Toms TW-3F Hosiery Circular Knitting Machine from Japan
Toms TW-3F is a fully electronic circular knitter with >165 mm cylinder, designed for premium hosiery including fine-gauge dress socks and medical compression hose. It excels in jacquard patterning for hosiery. HTS 8447.12.10.00 due to hosiery knitting specialization.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Request advance CBP ruling with full technical brochure to lock in classification
• Document training requirements as evidence of specialized hosiery end-use
• Avoid bulk shipments without proper packing lists; risk damage claims