Cutting Point Sewing Machine Needles for Synthetics from Japan
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 — 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 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