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U.S. imports of machines for reeling, unreeling, folding, cutting, or pinking textile fabrics (HS 845150) totaled $5.2M in April 2026, traded with 25 countries.
Importers of Machines for Reeling, Unreeling, Folding, Cutting, or Pinking Textile Fabrics paid $586K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $5.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Machines for Reeling, Unreeling, Folding, Cutting, or Pinking Textile Fabrics imports of $5.2M in April 2026 ran 19% above the year-to-date monthly average of $4.4M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFabric inspection machines, roll-to-roll winders, automated cutting tables, and pinking equipment used in textile converting and apparel pre-production all classify under a single US tariff line (8451500000). Denmark leads US imports under this heading — a notable concentration given Denmark's niche strength in precision fabric-handling and inspection machinery — followed by Germany and Italy. Because these machines are often integrated into automated cutting room systems, importers should confirm whether accompanying software or control units are classified separately or as part of the machine.
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If the spreading and cutting functions are integrated into one machine sold as a complete unit, it would typically classify under 8451500000 as a machine for cutting textile fabrics. However, if the system includes a separately invoiced CNC controller or software module, those components may need to be classified independently. Consulting a licensed customs broker before entry is advisable for complex multi-component systems.
Danish manufacturers have developed a strong reputation in high-precision fabric inspection and roll-handling equipment, particularly for technical textiles and quality-sensitive apparel production. This specialization supports Denmark's leading position in a heading otherwise dominated by larger industrial economies.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8451500000 | MACH FOR REEL,UNREEL,FOLDING,CUT OR PINK TEXT FAB | $5.2M | 11.55% | $586K |
MACH FOR REEL,UNREEL,FOLDING,CUT OR PINK TEXT FAB
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8451500000 | MACH FOR REEL,UNREEL,FOLDING,CUT OR PINK TEXT FAB | $955K |
MACH FOR REEL,UNREEL,FOLDING,CUT OR PINK TEXT FAB
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DIGITAL PROCESSING UNITS, N.E.S.O.I.
HS 847150
PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ADP MACHINES & UNITS
HS 847330
PORT DIGTL AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESS MACH NOT > 10 KG
HS 847130
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING STORAGE UNITS, N.E.S.O.I
HS 847170
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING UNITS, N.E.S.O.I.
HS 847180
TURBOJET AND TURBOPROLLER PARTS
HS 841191
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $1.5M | $33K | -$1.5M |
| California | $649K | $520K | -$129K |
| New York | $681K | $6K | -$675K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | $1.8M | -- | -$1.8M |
| MIAMI, FL | $985K | $28K | -$956K |
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $503K | -- | -$503K |