Large Circular Knitting Machine for Sweaters from Canada
Industrial circular knitting machine with cylinder diameter over 165 mm designed for producing tubular knit fabric used in sweater manufacturing. Classified under HTS 8447.12.90.90 as a circular knitting machine exceeding the specified diameter, not specialized for hosiery or other narrow fabrics. Excludes smaller machines or flat-bed types.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify cylinder diameter measurement meets 'exceeding 165 mm' criterion with technical specs; obtain machine blueprints for customs
• Ensure CE marking for EU-origin machines and comply with OSHA safety standards
• Common pitfall: misclassification as hosiery machines if gauge is too fine