Product classification
HS code for Small circular knitting machine: 8447.11
Knitting machines, circular, with cylinder diameter not exceeding 165mm.
Classification of small circular knitting machine under HS 8447.11
Small circular knitting machines are classified under HS code 8447.11. This code is part of Chapter 84, which deals with machinery and mechanical appliances. Heading 8447 specifically covers knitting machines, stitch-bonding machines, and machines for making various types of lace, embroidery, or tufting. The classification for circular knitting machines is further divided based on the diameter of the cylinder. Subheading 8447.11 is reserved for machines where the cylinder diameter does not exceed 165 mm. These machines are typically used for producing smaller tubular fabrics, such as those used for socks, hosiery, or specialized technical textiles. The classification is purely technical, focusing on the mechanical operation (knitting) and the specific physical dimension of the working cylinder. If the machine exceeds the 165 mm threshold, it moves to a different subheading. This distinction is critical for customs purposes as it often relates to the industrial capacity and intended use of the machinery, ranging from small-scale garment accessory production to laboratory testing equipment.
- Covers
- Circular sock knitting machines
- Hosiery knitting machines (cylinder < 165mm)
- Small diameter tubular ribbing machines
- Laboratory sample knitting machines
- Circular necktie knitting machines
- Medical tubing knitting machines
- Also under 8447.11
- Lonati L400 Series
- Santoni SM8-TOP2
- Sangiacomo X-Machine
- Rumi Hosiery Machine
Codes often confused with 8447.11
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 8447.12, which covers circular knitting machines with a cylinder diameter exceeding 165 mm. Importers must provide technical documentation of the cylinder size to avoid this error. Another frequent mistake is classifying these under 8447.20, which is reserved for flat knitting machines. Additionally, manual hand-operated knitting tools for hobbyists might sometimes be confused with industrial machinery, though if they are mechanical appliances, they generally remain in 8447. Parts for these machines should be classified under 8448.51 or 8448.59 rather than the machine code itself.
Top exporters and importers of HS 844711 (the code used for small circular knitting machine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 844711 (the code used for small circular knitting machine) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 844711, not only small circular knitting machine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $92M 48% of world exports
- 2 Italy $68M 36% of world exports
- 3 Germany $12M 6.2% of world exports
World total: $191M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$23M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Cambodia* ~$21M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 India $20M 12% of world imports
World total: $172M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for small circular knitting machine
Brazil classifies small circular knitting machine under NCM 8447.11.00: HS 8447.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about small circular knitting machine
What is the HS code for Small circular knitting machine?
The HS code for Small circular knitting machine is 844711 (Knitting machines; circular, with cylinder diameter not exceeding 165mm). The HS code for circular knitting machines with a cylinder diameter of 165 mm or less is 8447.11.
How do I classify Small circular knitting machine for customs?
Small circular knitting machine is classified under HS code 844711 — Knitting machines; circular, with cylinder diameter not exceeding 165mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include machines for making fishing nets?
No, machines for making made-up nets or netting are typically classified under HS code 8447.90 or 8448, depending on their specific function and construction.
Which countries are the top exporters of small circular knitting machine (HS 844711)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 844711 (the code used for small circular knitting machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($92M, 48% of world exports), Italy ($68M) and Germany ($12M). World exports came to about $191M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of small circular knitting machine (HS 844711)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 844711 (the code used for small circular knitting machine) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $23M, 13% of world imports), Cambodia (about $21M) and India ($20M). World imports came to about $172M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Small circular knitting machine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 844711 for Small circular knitting machine is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for small circular knitting machine in Brazil?
In Brazil, small circular knitting machine (HS 844711) is classified under NCM 8447.11.00.