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Seamless Underwear Knitting Needle Set from Japan

Complete needle sets for seamless underwear knitting machines, including varying lengths for body and gusset areas. Falls under HTS 8448.51.3000 as other needles specifically for heading 8447 seamless machines. Precision-engineered for intimate apparel production.

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

Even in sets, classify by predominant needle content; avoid composite 8479 classification

Provide assembly instructions showing exclusive use in knitting machines

Watch for quantity-based statistical notes; large sets may trigger formal entry requirements