Circular Knitting Machine Sinkers from Japan
Sinkers are specialized metal components used in circular knitting machines (heading 8447) to hold and release yarn loops during stitch formation. They are precision-engineered for high-speed operations in producing seamless tubular fabrics like socks or hosiery. Classified under HTS 8448.51.5000 as 'other articles used in forming stitches' for knitting machinery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility with specific knitting machine models under heading 8447 to confirm principal use and avoid reclassification
• Require material composition certificates (e.g
• steel alloy specs) as sinkers must be solely for stitch formation, not general tools