HS Heading 8448 : Auxiliary machinery for use with machines of heading 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447 (for example, dobbies, Jacquards, automatic stop motions and shuttle changing mechanisms); parts and accessories suitable for use solely or principally with the machines of this heading or of heading 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447 (for example, spindles and spindle flyers, card clothing, combs, extruding nipples, shuttles, healds and heald-frames, hosiery needles)
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 8448 encompasses auxiliary machinery for use with machines of heading 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447 (for example, dobbies, jacquards, automatic stop motions and shuttle changing mechanisms); parts and accessories suitable for use solely or principally with the machines of this heading or of heading 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447 (for example, spindles and spindle flyers, card clothing, combs, extruding nipples, shuttles, healds and heald-frames, hosiery needles). It classifies 11 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 84 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 8448
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8448.11 | Auxiliary machinery for machines of heading 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447, Dobbies and Jacquards; card reducing, copying, punching or assembling machines for use therewith | 84 | View 8448.11 Package → |
| 8448.19 | Auxiliary machinery for machines of heading 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447, Other | 84 | View 8448.19 Package → |
| 8448.20 | Parts and accessories of machines of heading 8444 or of their auxiliary machinery | 84 | View 8448.20 Package → |
| 8448.31 | Parts and accessories of machines of heading 8445 or of their auxiliary machinery, Card clothing | 84 | View 8448.31 Package → |
| 8448.32 | Parts and accessories of machines of heading 8445 or of their auxiliary machinery, Of machines for preparing textile fibers, other than card clothing | 84 | View 8448.32 Package → |
| 8448.33 | Parts and accessories of machines of heading 8445 or of their auxiliary machinery, Spindles, spindle flyers, spinning rings and ring travellers | 84 | View 8448.33 Package → |
| 8448.39 | Parts and accessories of machines of heading 8445 or of their auxiliary machinery, Other | 84 | View 8448.39 Package → |
| 8448.42 | Parts and accessories of weaving machines (looms) or of their auxiliary machinery, Reeds for looms, healds and heald-frames | 84 | View 8448.42 Package → |
| 8448.49 | Parts and accessories of weaving machines (looms) or of their auxiliary machinery, Other | 84 | View 8448.49 Package → |
| 8448.51 | Parts and accessories of machines of heading 8447 or of their auxiliary machinery, Sinkers, needles and other articles used in forming stitches | 84 | View 8448.51 Package → |
| 8448.59 | Parts and accessories of machines of heading 8447 or of their auxiliary machinery, Other | 84 | View 8448.59 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 8448
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 8448 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 8448 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 8448 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 8448?
HS Heading 8448 covers Auxiliary machinery for use with machines of heading 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447 (for example, dobbies, Jacquards, automatic stop motions and shuttle changing mechanisms); parts and accessories suitable for use solely or principally with the machines of this heading or of heading 8444, 8445, 8446 or 8447 (for example, spindles and spindle flyers, card clothing, combs, extruding nipples, shuttles, healds and heald-frames, hosiery needles), grouping 11 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 8448?
Subheadings under Heading 8448 range from 8448.11 to 8448.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 8448?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 8448 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 8448?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 8448?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 8448?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 8448 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 8448?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 8448?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 8448?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.