Lonati LA 63/2 Circular Knitting Machine from China

Designed for double jersey fabrics in sportswear, this machine has a 190 mm cylinder diameter and automatic lubrication system. HTS 8447.12.90 applies as it's a general-purpose circular knitter over 165 mm, not limited to socks or specific trims. Ideal for high-speed production in textile mills.

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

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