Shuttleless Loom Filler Opener

Pneumatic device opens and presents weft yarn picker for insertion in projectile looms of heading 8447. HTS 8448.59.50.00 covers this as parts principally used with these weaving machines. Enables reliable yarn gripper operation.

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.

8428.90.03Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If functions as general industrial gripper

Lifting/handling equipment classification for non-specific grippers.

8448.59Same rate: 17.5%

If specific shuttle-changing mechanisms

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide pneumatic specifications and projectile compatibility data

Include maintenance manuals showing exclusive loom application

Avoid classification as general grippers (8428)

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