Comb Assemblies for Wool Combing Machines

Comb assemblies align long wool fibers in combing machines under heading 8445 preparatory processes. HTS 8448.19.00.00 covers these as named auxiliary combs principally for textile preparation. Remove short fibers for worsted yarn.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8448.49Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If individual comb pins/teeth

Component parts separate from assembled comb auxiliaries.

8433.52.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If for agricultural/harvesting machinery

Harvesting machinery combs classify under 8433, not textile prep.

8208.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If interchangeable knives/blades for fiber cutting

General industrial blades shift out of textile-specific provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify fiber length suitability and mounting for specific combing models

Distinguish from carding combs via worsted process documentation

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Card Clothing for Carding Machines

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Jacquard Head for Textile Looms

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Automatic Stop Motion Device for Spinning Frames

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Shuttle Changing Mechanism for Shuttle Looms

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Heald Frames for Rapier Looms

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