Global 8700 Long-Arm Walking Foot Sewing Machine from China
The Global 8700 features an extra-long arm and walking foot for sewing large upholstery panels, sails, and tarps. It fits HTS 8452.29.90.00 as other industrial sewing machines, not specialized for household or automatic functions. The compound feed ensures even stitching on thick, slippery materials.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Provide material thickness capability (up to 13mm) in declarations
• Distinguish from leather-specific machines via end-use statements
• Comply with OSHA-equivalent safety certifications for US entry