Mayer & Cie Open-Top Single Jersey Circular Knitting Machine from China

This is an open-top cylinder circular knitting machine with a cylinder diameter over 165 mm, designed for high-speed production of single jersey fabrics used in T-shirts and sportswear. It falls under HTS 8447.12.9010 as an open-top cylinder machine in the circular knitting category, distinguished by its open-top design for easier access during operation and maintenance.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify machine specifications including cylinder diameter (>165 mm) and open-top configuration to confirm HTS 8447.12.9010 classification; provide technical drawings if needed

Include manufacturer's declaration on knitting type (e.g

single jersey) and ensure compliance with CE marking for EU-origin machines

Avoid misclassification as flat knitting machines (8447.12.10); common pitfall is overlooking the open-top feature in documentation