Heavy Duty Fabric Unfolder

Machine that unfolds pre-folded or plaited textile fabric rolls back to flat web for inspection or reprocessing. Performs unreeling and unfolding for textile fabrics per HTS 8451.50.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

8428.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If bucket-type elevators

Bulk fabric handling may classify as lift/handling equipment.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If general industrial manipulators

Robotic fabric manipulators classify as other industrial robots.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Demonstrate unfold uniformity for industrial fabric lines

Heavy frame construction requires structural import certifications

Avoid 'multi-material' specs that undermine textile classification

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