Rib Circular Knitting Machine 190mm for Cuffs from Germany
Specialized rib fabric circular knitter with 190 mm cylinder diameter used for producing elastic cuffs, collars, and waistbands in knitwear. HTS 8447.12.90.90 covers this as 'other' large circular machine outside hosiery-specific categories.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include needle setup diagrams showing rib configuration; declare transfer roll presence
• Check preferential tariff treatments under USMCA for qualifying machines
• Pitfall: undervaluing computerized pattern controls