Open-Shed Dobby for Narrow Fabric Looms from China
Specialized dobby for narrow weaving machines (8446 narrow fabrics) providing open shed for positive weft insertion. Handles high pattern density for ribbons and tapes. Classified 8448.11.00.00 as dobby auxiliary for textile machinery.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify narrow loom gauge and pick rate compatibility; include shedding diagrams
• Common error: classifying with carpet machinery auxiliaries