8448.51.30.00/Circular Knitting Machine Latch Needle/China

Circular Knitting Machine Latch Needle from China

A latch needle designed for use in circular knitting machines under heading 8447, featuring a hook and latch mechanism for forming stitches in tubular fabrics like socks or jersey knits. It falls under HTS 8448.51.3000 as a needle specifically for knitting machines, distinct from latch needles for flat machines classified elsewhere. Made from hardened steel for durability in high-speed operations.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
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Import Tips

• Verify needle specifications match knitting machine models under heading 8447 to confirm classification; mismatches may lead to reclassification

• Provide detailed technical drawings and end-use certificates to customs to avoid scrutiny as general machine parts

• Ensure compliance with anti-dumping duties if sourced from high-risk countries like China; check recent CVD determinations