Pfaff 138-3 Blindstitch Industrial Sewing Machine from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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