High-Speed Spring-Beard Needle for Circular Knitters from Japan
Precision spring-beard needle optimized for circular knitting machines producing seamless hosiery and garments. The spring beard allows rapid stitch formation at speeds over 30 courses per second. Falls under HTS 8448.51.2000 as a dedicated part for heading 8447 machines.
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
• Include machine compatibility diagrams in import docs; test samples for wear resistance
• Declare exact gauge (e.g
• 18G) to match statistical reporting
• Avoid bundling with non-knitting parts to prevent set classification