U.S. exports of Weaving Machines (Looms) for Fabrics Not Exceeding 30 cm Wide (HS 844610) totaled $223K in August 2026.
Last updated: August 2026 dataNarrow-fabric looms — those weaving fabrics 30 cm wide or less — serve specialized markets including ribbon, webbing, elastic, and technical tape production, distinguishing them commercially from broad-fabric equipment. The US schedule divides this heading into power looms (8446100010) and other weaving machines (8446100090), with the power-loom line capturing the majority of industrial imports. Switzerland and Belgium are the leading US suppliers, reflecting the concentration of narrow-fabric machinery expertise in those countries. Importers should note that the 30 cm width threshold is measured at the fabric output, not the machine frame, which can affect classification of adjustable-width equipment.
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CBP generally classifies variable-width looms based on the maximum fabric width the machine is designed and capable of producing. A machine designed to weave fabrics up to 30 cm falls under 844610; one capable of exceeding that width belongs in heading 844621, 844629, or 844630 depending on its drive type. Technical specifications and manufacturer documentation are key supporting evidence.
Narrow-fabric looms serve producers of ribbons, labels, seat belts, elastic bands, hook-and-loop fasteners, and industrial webbing. Demand is closely tied to apparel trim, automotive safety components, and medical textile sectors, making import volumes sensitive to activity in those downstream industries.
Subheading 3 of 4 in heading 8446
Subheading 844610 · $223K of $1.0M
ImportsExports
Imports
$20KYoY · free account
Exports
$223KYoY · free account
Low of 11 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. exported $648K of Weaving Machines (Looms) for Fabrics Not Exceeding 30 cm Wide.
Fewer 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 11 of 12 months reported, exports 9 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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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 | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8446100090 | Weaving Mach Fr Weav Fab, Wdth not Exc 30cm, NESOI | $20K | 20.00% | 100.00% | $4K |
| 8446100010 | Power Looms for Weaving Fabrics Width not Exc 30cm | — | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8446100010 | Power Looms for Weaving Fabrics Width not Exc 30cm | $172K |
| 8446100090 | Weaving Mach Fr Weav Fab, Wdth not Exc 30cm, NESOI | $51K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Exports · August 2026
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Thailand and Netherlands together take 98% of it.
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duty collected equals 20.00% of imports for consumption.