Subheading 8 of 8 in heading 8445
Combing machines refine carded fiber slivers by removing short fibers (noils) and further parallelizing the remaining long-staple fibers, producing a combed top used in worsted wool, combed cotton, and premium synthetic yarn systems. Italy is the dominant US import source for this specialized equipment, with China also supplying the market. The heading resolves to a single US tariff line (8445120000), and correct classification hinges on confirming the machine performs the combing function rather than carding or drawing.
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Heading 844512 is fiber-agnostic — it covers combing machines for wool, cotton, flax, and manmade staple fibers alike. The classification is defined by the machine's combing function, not the fiber it processes. Worsted wool systems and combed-cotton ring-spinning lines both use equipment that falls under this heading.
A combined carding-combing machine would be classified based on its principal function or, if functions are equally weighted, under the heading that appears last in the HTS — a determination that often requires a binding ruling. Importers of integrated fiber-preparation lines should consult a licensed customs broker before filing entry to avoid misclassification.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8445120000 | Combing Machines for Preparing Textile Fibers | — | -- | -- |
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Low · free accountFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 3 of 12 months reported, exports 2 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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