Loom Heald Frame Assembly from Japan
Stainless steel frames with heald eyes guide warp yarns through loom shed in heading 8447 machines. Falls under HTS 8448.59.50.00 as accessories suitable principally for weaving equipment. Essential for maintaining warp tension and shed clarity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify dent gauge, material composition, and loom model compatibility in import docs
• Provide evidence of exclusive use with textile looms vs general wire products
• Common misclassification as fencing wire (7313) due to stainless construction