Universal KM400 V-Bed Flat Knitting Machine from China

Universal KM400 V-bed machine excels in producing technical textiles, sportswear panels, and seamless garments with its adjustable V-bed gauge system. Classified under HTS 8447.20.30.00 for other advanced flat knitting machines used in diverse apparel manufacturing.

Duty Rate — China → United States

20.1%

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

Document multi-gauge capabilities to justify 'other' classification versus basic models

Include energy efficiency ratings for potential green import incentives or verifications

Prepare for random CBP exams on machinery; have serial numbers and specs pre-documented