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Pinking Shear Fabric Cutter from China

Specialized machine using pinking blades to cut textile fabric edges with zigzag pattern, preventing fraying without finishing chemicals. Directly matches HTS 8451.50.00.00 description for pinking textile fabrics. Ideal for lightweight apparel fabrics.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Include blade pattern diagrams showing anti-fray design specific to woven textiles

Avoid describing as general scissors/shears to prevent shift to hand tool headings

Declare pinking-specific features prominently, as customs may default to broader cutting classifications