Pfaff 138-3 Blindstitch Industrial Sewing Machine from Japan
The Pfaff 138-3 is built for creating nearly invisible blind hems on trousers, shirts, and dresses in high-volume production. It qualifies for HTS 8452.29.90.00 as an other non-automatic industrial sewing machine, distinct from enumerated specialty types like overlock or buttonhole machines. This supports efficient garment finishing without visible stitching.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document stitch visibility tests to confirm blindstitch function and industrial speed ratings
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as household if speed exceeds 1500 SPM
• Declare motor horsepower accurately for valuation and quota checks