Specially designed to join footwear soles to uppers
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 8452.21.10.00
Adidas Sole-Upper Bonding Machine
This automatic sewing machine is specifically engineered to precisely join the soles to uppers in athletic footwear production, such as running shoes. It features high-speed stitching capabilities tailored for synthetic leather and rubber materials common in sneakers. Classified under HTS 8452.21.10.00 as it is an automatic unit specially designed for footwear sole-upper assembly.
Nike AirMax Sole Attaching Unit
Advanced automatic stitching system designed exclusively for bonding rubber soles to mesh uppers in AirMax sneakers. It employs pneumatic pressure and precision needles for durable seams in high-performance footwear. Falls under HTS 8452.21.10.00 due to its specialized automatic design for footwear sole-upper joining.
Puma RS-X Sole Stitching Machine
High-precision automatic machine for stitching retro-style soles to uppers in Puma RS-X sneakers, handling thick rubber and leather combinations. Optimized for speed in mass production lines. HTS 8452.21.10.00 applies as it's purpose-built for footwear sole attachment.
Durkopp Adler Footwear Bonding Station
Industrial-grade automatic unit from Durkopp Adler for seamlessly joining soles to uppers in premium leather boots. Features programmable stitch patterns for various footwear types. Classified in HTS 8452.21.10.00 for its specialized footwear assembly design.
Juki LK-1900B Sole-Upper Auto Joiner
Juki's computerized automatic sewing machine model LK-1900B, dedicated to high-volume sole-to-upper stitching in casual sneakers. Includes auto-threading and tension control for consistency. HTS 8452.21.10.00 due to footwear-specific automation.