Cotton Terry Circular Knitting Machine 210mm from Japan
Circular knitter optimized for cotton terry loop fabrics with 210 mm cylinder, used for towels, bathrobes, and French terry apparel. Classified HTS 8447.12.90.90 for general large circular machines not specialized for narrow fabrics.
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
• Specify loop sinker and dial configuration for terry formation in technical docs
• Comply with textile flammability import standards
• Pitfall: classifying as lace machine if pile loop misinterpreted