Meminger Silver Reed SK280 Flat Knitting Machine from China

Meminger Silver Reed SK280 is a computerized flat bed knitting machine for home and semi-industrial use, producing complex patterns in yarns up to 3mm thick. Falls under HTS 8447.20.60.00 for other flat knitting machines. Popular for custom knitwear design.

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

Document end-use as garment production to distinguish from industrial warp machines

Include user manuals in English for customs valuation and inspection

Beware of informal sector imports; ensure formal commercial invoice over $800 value