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Lace Braiding Machine Model LB-400 from Germany

Industrial lace-braiding machine specialized for creating intricate lace trims and edgings used in apparel and upholstery. It employs horizontal braiding technology with pattern-forming capabilities for decorative lace production. Falls under HTS 8447.90.1000 as a lace-braiding machine per the official description.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide yarn type compatibility details in invoices to substantiate lace-braiding classification versus general knitting

• Label as 'industrial machinery not for retail' to dodge anti-dumping scrutiny on textile equipment