Spindle Flyer Assembly

The spindle flyer, a rotating component attached to ring spinning spindles, guides the yarn traveler and flyer during twisting in worsted yarn production. Classified under HTS 8448.33.00.00 as an accessory principally for heading 8445 machines. Essential for maintaining yarn tension and balloon control.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+17.5%20.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

8448.59.10Lower: 17.5% vs 20.8%

If designed for worsted combing machines rather than spinning

Heading 8448 parts are differentiated by specific 8445 subgroup; worsted prep parts go to other 8448 subheadings.

8431.39.00Higher: 35% vs 20.8%

If for use in preparatory textile machines like drawing frames

Parts for heading 8444 preparatory machines (drawing, roving) are classified separately in 8431.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide engineering drawings showing integration with 8445 spindles to confirm 'solely or principally' use criterion

Label with exact machine model compatibility (e.g

Rieter or Zinser frames) to facilitate customs verification

Avoid common pitfall of bulk packaging without part numbers, which triggers valuation disputes

Related Products under HTS 8448.33.00.00

Ring Spinning Machine Spindle

A precision-engineered spindle designed for ring spinning machines under heading 8445, used to twist and wind yarn onto bobbins during cotton or synthetic fiber spinning. It falls under HTS 8448.33.00.00 as a dedicated part solely for use with ring spinning frames. High-speed rotation ensures uniform yarn production in textile mills.

Cotton Ring Spinning Traveler

A small wire clip-on traveler for ring spinning rings, optimized for cotton yarns up to 30s Ne count, enabling high-speed yarn winding. HTS 8448.33.00.00 covers it as a ring traveler accessory for 8445 spinning machines. Replaceable design accommodates different yarn speeds and types.

Steel Spinning Ring

Durable steel ring mounted on ring spinning frames to guide the traveler during yarn twisting, typically 40-50mm diameter for worsted spinning. Falls under HTS 8448.33.00.00 as a principal part of heading 8445 machines. Grooved design reduces yarn hairiness.

High-Speed Synthetic Yarn Spindle

Lightweight spindle rated for 20,000+ RPM in synthetic polyester yarn ring spinning under heading 8445. HTS 8448.33.00.00 due to exclusive use in textile ring frames. Includes tension device for uniform winding.

Brass Ring Traveler for Wool Spinning

Brass traveler optimized for woolen yarn ring spinning, resists corrosion in humid mills. HTS 8448.33.00.00 as ring traveler for heading 8445 wool spinning frames. Self-lubricating flange design.

Ceramic-Coated Spinning Ring

Ring with ceramic coating for reduced friction in high-speed polyester spinning under 8445. Falls under HTS 8448.33.00.00 as adapted spinning ring part. Extends ring life 3x over steel.