Dobby Shedding Mechanism from China
Electronic dobby controls harness movement to create complex weave patterns in looms of heading 8447. Classified under HTS 8448.59.50.00 as auxiliary machinery principally used with these weaving machines. Enables patterned fabric production beyond basic plain weave.
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)
Import Tips
• Include harness frame compatibility charts showing exclusive use with 8447 dobby looms
• Document electronic control specifications to distinguish from generic servo motors (8501)
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as Jacquard mechanisms which may have different treatment