Warp Knitting Guide Needles

Guide needles for warp knitting machines (heading 8447) that direct yarn through fabric formation for lace and elastic fabrics. Feature eyelets for multi-thread handling. Classified as 'other' stitch-forming articles under HTS 8448.51.5000.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8448Same rate: 17.5%

If for use with weaving machinery (heading 8446) instead

Shuttles/healds for looms have dedicated subheading outside knitting parts.

8448.59.50.00Same rate: 17.5%

If auxiliary dobby or Jacquard parts

Patterning mechanisms in knitting auxiliaries use different provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document yarn count compatibility (e.g

50-100 denier) to prove principal use in warp knitting

Separate from latch needles in invoices; mixed shipments complicate verification