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Brother KR260 V-Bed Flat Bed Knitting Machine from Japan

The Brother KR260 is a versatile V-bed flat knitting machine ideal for home and small-scale production of custom knit panels, scarves, and garment pieces. It supports manual and electronic patterning, fitting HTS 8447.20.30.00 as other V-bed machines for general textile applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• For smaller models, confirm not 'hosiery machines' via pattern capabilities; attach user manual excerpts

• Declare accurate machine dimensions and weight for proper freight classification alongside tariff

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Asian-origin knitting machines; verify country of origin certificates