Maypole Braiding Machine from China
A high-speed maypole braiding machine designed for producing tubular braids used in textiles, ropes, and medical tubing. It features multiple carriers that orbit around a central axis to interlace yarns into precise braid patterns. Classified under HTS 8447.90.1000 as it is specifically a braiding machine for creating braided structures.
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
• Verify machine specifications match 'braiding' function per Chapter 84 notes to avoid misclassification as general textile machinery
• Include detailed technical manuals and end-use certificates to confirm industrial application and prevent retail packaging issues