Wooden Rapier Loom Shuttle

Lightweight wooden shuttle optimized for rapier weaving looms, holding weft yarn during fabric production. Explicitly listed as a shuttle accessory for looms in HTS 8448.49.10.00, suitable for lighter fabrics like cotton or synthetics. Hardwood construction provides smooth yarn release.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+17.5%21.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

8448.49Same rate: 21.2%

If designed for auxiliary weaving machinery like dobby mechanisms rather than main shuttle path

Other non-shuttle parts of weaving auxiliary machinery use the broader subheading.

4417.00.80Higher: 40.1% vs 21.2%

If imported as rough wooden blanks for shuttle finishing

Unworked wood tools classify under Chapter 44 by material, not machine function.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 21.2%

If for use in non-textile industrial machines

Principal use shifts away from textile weaving, moving to unspecified machinery parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide wood species certification (e.g

maple or beech) and phytosanitary certificates to comply with US import regulations on wooden articles

Label packages clearly as 'loom shuttles only' to prevent reclassification as general wooden tools