Cutting Point Sewing Machine Needles for Synthetics from Germany
These needles have micro-serrated cutting points to cleanly slice through plastic-coated or synthetic fabrics without puckering. Essential for rainwear and technical textile sewing. Classified under HTS 8452.30.00.00 for sewing machine needles.
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
• Document cutting geometry with diagrams to differentiate from standard sharp points
• Specify fabric applications (e.g
• PVC, polyurethane) but maintain sewing machine focus
• Monitor for textile-specific quotas when needles are tied to apparel production