Large Circular Knitting Machine for Sweaters from Japan
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 — 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
• 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