About HS Code 844621
This category encompasses power-operated shuttle looms designed for weaving broad fabrics, specifically those exceeding 30cm in width. While shuttleless looms (844630) have largely replaced shuttle looms in modern high-speed production due to efficiency, shuttle power looms still hold relevance, particularly for certain traditional weaving techniques, specialized fabrics, or in regions where initial investment costs are a significant factor. They are often used for weaving heavier fabrics, intricate patterns, or in smaller-scale operations. Countries with established textile industries, especially those producing traditional or niche fabrics, might import these machines for replacement or specific production needs. Major importers can include textile-producing nations in Asia and Africa, while exporters are typically countries with a history of textile machinery manufacturing, such as India (for domestic production and some exports), China, and some European nations that still produce or refurbish these types of looms. The trade focuses on durability, ease of maintenance, and the ability to handle specific yarn types.
Products Under This Code
Automatic shuttle looms, Power shuttle looms, Dobby shuttle looms, Jacquard shuttle looms, Heavy-duty shuttle looms
Real World Examples
Lakshmi Ruti C Loom, Tsudakoma ZAX-N (older models), Picanol OmniPlus-X (older shuttle versions), Saurer S400 (older models)
Common Misclassification
This code is specifically for power-operated shuttle looms for wide fabrics, differentiating it from 844629 (non-power shuttle looms) and 844630 (shuttleless looms), which are more common for modern production.
Products Classified Under 8446.21
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are notable importers, with China and India also having significant domestic production and some export.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 844621?
HS code 844621 covers: Weaving machines (looms); for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30cm, shuttle type, power looms. This category encompasses power-operated shuttle looms designed for weaving broad fabrics, specifically those exceeding 30cm in width. While shuttleless looms (844630) have largely replaced shuttle looms in modern high-speed production due to efficiency, shuttle power looms still hold relevance, particularly for certain traditional weaving techniques, specialized fabrics, or in regions where initial investment costs are a significant factor. They are often used for weaving heavier fabrics, intricate patterns, or in smaller-scale operations. Countries with established textile industries, especially those producing traditional or niche fabrics, might import these machines for replacement or specific production needs. Major importers can include textile-producing nations in Asia and Africa, while exporters are typically countries with a history of textile machinery manufacturing, such as India (for domestic production and some exports), China, and some European nations that still produce or refurbish these types of looms. The trade focuses on durability, ease of maintenance, and the ability to handle specific yarn types.
What products fall under HS code 844621?
Automatic shuttle looms, Power shuttle looms, Dobby shuttle looms, Jacquard shuttle looms, Heavy-duty shuttle looms
What are common misclassifications for HS code 844621?
This code is specifically for power-operated shuttle looms for wide fabrics, differentiating it from 844629 (non-power shuttle looms) and 844630 (shuttleless looms), which are more common for modern production.
How is HS code 844621 structured?
HS code 844621 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (46) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.