Heading 8446

HTS code 8446 — Weaving machines (looms)

Chapter
84 — Machinery and mechanical appliances
Tariff lines
11
General duty
General duty rate of 3.7%, with 7 duty-free lines

Tariff lines under heading 8446

Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.

HTS codeDescriptionGeneral rateUnit
8446.10.0010Power looms (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width not exceeding 30 cm)FreeNo.
8446.10.0090Other (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width not exceeding 30 cm)FreeNo.
8446.21.1000For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 4.9 m (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttle type > Power looms)FreeNo.
8446.21.5000Other (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttle type > Power looms)3.7%No.
8446.29.0000Other (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttle type)FreeNo.
8446.30.1010Rapier type (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttleless type > Power looms for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 4.9 m)FreeNo.
8446.30.1020Jet type (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttleless type > Power looms for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 4.9 m)FreeNo.
8446.30.1030Other (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttleless type > Power looms for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 4.9 m)FreeNo.
8446.30.5010Rapier type (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttleless type > Other)3.7%No.
8446.30.5020Jet type (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttleless type > Other)3.7%No.
8446.30.5030Other (Weaving machines (looms) > For weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, shuttleless type > Other)3.7%No.

Documents required to import under 8446

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

  • Commercial InvoiceRequired
  • Packing ListRequired
  • Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
  • CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional

    Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500

    Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety

  • Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional

    Required for ocean freight only

    Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port

  • Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional

    Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP

    One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment

  • Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional

    Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries

  • FCC Declaration (Form 740)Conditional

    Required for electronic devices that emit radio frequency

  • FDA Radiation Declaration (Form 2877)Conditional

    Required for products that emit radiation (X-ray, laser, microwave, etc.)

Common questions

What is HTS code 8446?
HTS heading 8446 covers weaving machines (looms). It sits in Chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 11 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for HTS 8446?
General duty rate of 3.7%, with 7 duty-free lines. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
How many digits does a full HTS code have?
US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 8446 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.

Related headings in Chapter 84