Coated Latch Needles for High-Speed Knitting from Japan
Latch needles with PTFE coating to reduce friction, optimized for high-speed circular and flat knitting machines under heading 8447. The coating ensures flawless stitch formation at production speeds exceeding 30 rpm. These qualify under HTS 8448.51.10.00 for their role in stitch formation.
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
• Disclose surface treatment details in technical specs to avoid misclassification as unfinished metal articles
• Use HTS-specific invoices separating coated from uncoated needles for accurate duty calculation