Gimped Yarn Twisting Machine from Japan
Machine that wraps metallic or textured yarn around core threads to produce gimped decorative yarns for upholstery. Falls under HTS 8447.90.90.00 for machines making gimped yarn.
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
• Provide yarn composition test reports showing metallic/textured wrapping
• Calibrate import declarations for machine capacity (spindles/hour)