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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of textile fiber preparation machines (SITC 72442) totaled $934K in April 2026, traded with 14 countries.
Importers of Textile Fiber Preparation Machines paid $106K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $788K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFiber preparation machinery — including openers, pickers, cards, and combers — forms the upstream foundation of any spinning mill, conditioning raw fibers before they enter the spinning process. Equipment in this category handles natural fibers such as cotton, wool, and flax as well as man-made staple, and the specific machine configuration varies considerably by fiber type and end-product specification. Importers sourcing this capital equipment should confirm HTS classification carefully, as the line between fiber preparation and spinning-preparatory machinery can affect applicable duty treatment.
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Fiber preparation machines — such as openers, cards, and combers — process raw or semi-processed fiber into a form ready for spinning, whereas spinning machines draw and twist that prepared fiber into yarn. The functional boundary matters for tariff classification: equipment that stops short of actual yarn formation generally falls under fiber preparation headings, while machines that produce yarn fall under spinning headings.
Depending on the country of origin, certain textile machinery imports may be subject to Section 301 tariffs or antidumping/countervailing duty orders. Importers should verify the applicable measures for the specific origin before finalizing sourcing decisions, as these measures can significantly affect landed cost.
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