Singer 4423 Heavy Duty Household Sewing Machine from Germany
A heavy-duty model suitable for household users tackling thicker fabrics, with 23 built-in stitches, high sewing speed of 1100 SPM, and metal internal frame. Classified under HTS 8452.10.00.90 as a household sewing machine 'other' than basic or specialized types, due to its consumer retail packaging and features optimized for home use rather than factory production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of household classification via marketing materials showing retail sale channels like big-box stores, not industrial suppliers
• Check for UL or ETL safety marks required for US household appliances; lack thereof can trigger FDA or CPSC holds