wool knitting machine

Found 5 matching results (CN → US)

HS Code	Product Description	Official Doc	Tariff Rate	Origin	Destination	Effective Date
8479899599	Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof: Other machines and mechanical appliances: Other: Other Other	Doc	57.5%	CN	US	2025-05-12
6703003000	Human hair, dressed, thinned, bleached or otherwise worked; wool or other animal hair or other textile materials, prepared for use in making wigs or the like: Human hair	Doc	37.5%	CN	US	2025-05-12
6703006000	Human hair, dressed, thinned, bleached or otherwise worked; wool or other animal hair or other textile materials, prepared for use in making wigs or the like: Other	Doc	37.5%	CN	US	2025-05-12
6702906500	Artificial flowers, foliage and fruit and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit: Of other materials: Other: Other	Doc	54.5%	CN	US	2025-05-12
6702903500	Artificial flowers, foliage and fruit and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit: Of other materials: Other: Of man-made fibers	Doc	39.0%	CN	US	2025-05-12

A wool knitting machine is a mechanized device used to efficiently create knitted fabrics from wool fibers. These machines significantly reduce the time and labor required compared to hand knitting, enabling large-scale production of knitted goods.

Material

The primary material processed is wool, in various forms including:

Roving: A loosely twisted strand of wool fibers.
Yarn: A continuous length of interlocked fibers, produced from roving through spinning or twisting. Different wool types (Merino, Shetland, Lambswool, etc.) can be used, impacting the final fabric's characteristics.
Waste wool/recycled wool: Can be used in some applications, though often blended with virgin wool.

Machine components are typically constructed from steel, cast iron, aluminum, and plastic. Modern machines increasingly incorporate electronic components for control and automation.

Purpose

The core purpose of a wool knitting machine is fabric production. This encompasses a wide range of end products including:

Clothing: Sweaters, socks, hats, scarves, gloves, underwear.
Home Textiles: Blankets, throws, upholstery.
Industrial Textiles: Felt, insulation, specialized fabrics.

Function

Wool knitting machines operate by creating interlocking loops of yarn. The fundamental process involves:

Needle Movement: Needles (typically latch needles or cylinder needles) move in a coordinated manner to form loops.
Yarn Feed: Yarn is fed into the needles from spools or cones.
Loop Formation: Needles draw yarn through existing loops, creating new loops and transferring them to adjacent needles.
Fabric Take-Down: A mechanism pulls the newly formed fabric away from the needles, preventing tangling and maintaining tension.
Patterning: Various mechanisms (jacquard, intarsia, etc.) control which loops are formed, enabling complex patterns and designs.

Usage Scenarios

Large-Scale Manufacturing: Textile factories utilize industrial knitting machines for mass production.
Small-Scale Production: Smaller workshops and craft businesses employ smaller, more versatile machines for customized orders.
Home Crafting: Hand-operated or electronic knitting machines are used by hobbyists for personal projects.
Specialty Knitting: Machines are adapted for specific fabric types (rib knit, interlock knit, etc.) and applications.

Common Types

Flatbed Knitting Machines: Needles are arranged horizontally in a flat bed. Suitable for producing shaped fabrics and complex patterns. Often used for sweaters and fully fashioned garments.
Circular Knitting Machines: Needles are arranged in a circular array. Ideal for producing tubular fabrics like socks, t-shirts, and seamless garments. Higher production speeds.
Hand Knitting Machines: Mechanized looms operated by hand. Typically smaller and less automated, used for smaller projects and prototyping.
Jacquard Knitting Machines: Incorporate a mechanism (Jacquard box) to control individual needle selection, enabling highly detailed and intricate patterns.
Rib Knitting Machines: Produce fabrics with vertical ribs, commonly used for cuffs, collars, and fitted garments.
Intarsia Knitting Machines: Allow for the creation of multi-colored patterns by knitting with different colored yarns in specific areas.
Swaddling Knitting Machines: Specialized machines for producing baby swaddles and blankets.

The declared goods, a wool knitting machine, fall under the category of machines with individual functions. Here's a breakdown of relevant HS codes based on the provided information:

8479899599: This HS code covers “Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof: Other machines and mechanical appliances: Other: Other”. This is a broad category for machines not specifically classified elsewhere. Given the description, a wool knitting machine could fall under this code if it doesn’t fit into a more specific classification. The total tax rate is 57.5%, comprised of a 2.5% base tariff, a 0.0% additional tariff, and a 30% additional tariff applicable after April 2, 2025, plus a 25% additional tariff for steel or aluminum products.
6703003000: This HS code covers “Human hair, dressed, thinned, bleached or otherwise worked; wool or other animal hair or other textile materials, prepared for use in making wigs or the like: Human hair”. While primarily for hair, the inclusion of "wool or other animal hair" suggests that machines preparing these materials could be related. The total tax rate is 37.5%, consisting of a 0.0% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30% after April 2, 2025.
6703006000: This HS code covers “Human hair, dressed, thinned, bleached or otherwise worked; wool or other animal hair or other textile materials, prepared for use in making wigs or the like: Other”. Similar to the previous code, this covers "other" materials prepared for wig making, potentially including components related to wool processing machines. The total tax rate is 37.5%, with a 0.0% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, rising to 30% after April 2, 2025.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'wool knitting machine' are limited, with only the following 3 found.

It is important to note that the tax rates for some HS codes are subject to change after April 2, 2025, with additional tariffs potentially increasing. Additionally, HS code 8479899599 has specific additional tariffs for products made of steel or aluminum.