Picking Element for Projectile Looms from Japan
Picking elements grip and propel weft yarn projectiles across loom sheds in modern weaving. HTS 8448.49.20.00 as parts of weaving machines. High-speed precision components enable rapier-free weft insertion.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Projectile gripper specifications matching manufacturer tolerances
• Wear-resistant coating documentation
• Insertion speed ratings confirming loom generation