Ceramic-Coated Projectile Loom Shuttle from China
Advanced shuttle with ceramic coating for projectile weaving looms, reducing friction and extending life in high-volume production. Falls under HTS 8448.49.10.00 as a shuttle part for heading 8446 looms, ideal for synthetic fiber weaving.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.7%
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
• Include material composition analysis (ceramic % vs metal base) to support classification and avoid chemical treatment disputes
• Ensure invoices specify 'projectile loom exclusive' to differentiate from general coated machine components