JAKOB Müller MF5.2-GP Warp Knitting Machine from Japan
The JAKOB Müller MF5.2-GP specializes in producing gimped yarn trims, ribbons, and narrow warp fabrics for apparel decoration. HTS 8447.20.40.00 covers its warp knitting mechanism despite narrow width specialization.
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
• Specify working width (<50cm for narrow fabrics) in commercial invoice to match statistical suffix requirements
• Include EU Machinery Directive compliance certificate (2006/42/EC) for faster border inspection
• Separate pattern chains or reeds if imported as spare parts for potential duty savings under 8448.59