HS Code for Stitch-bonding machine

The HS code 8447.20 is designated for stitch-bonding machines, which are categorized alongside flat knitting machines. These machines are distinct from traditional weaving looms or standard sewing machines because they utilize a specific mechanism to form fabrics by stitching through a web of fibers or other substrates. The classification is based on the machine's primary function of creating a textile surface through a knitting-like process. Under the Harmonized System, machinery is often grouped by the specific mechanical action it performs. Stitch-bonding machines are technically similar to warp knitting machines, particularly Raschel machines, but are specialized for bonding fiber layers. This classification ensures that industrial textile machinery is distinguished from domestic appliances and from machines that perform different textile operations like spinning or weaving. The machines in this category are typically large-scale industrial units used in the production of technical textiles, geotextiles, and upholstery backings. The grouping with flat knitting machines reflects the shared mechanical principles of needle beds and loop formation used to secure the fiber webs.

Products Included

• Industrial stitch-bonding machines
• Flat knitting machines
• Warp knitting machines (Raschel type)
• Maliwatt and Malivlies machines
• Longitudinal stitch-bonding units

Common Misclassification

Stitch-bonding machines are often confused with circular knitting machines, which fall under HS code 8447.11 or 8447.12. The primary difference is the configuration of the needle bed. Furthermore, they are sometimes incorrectly classified under HS code 8452, which is reserved for sewing machines. While both involve needles and thread, 8452 is for joining existing fabrics or hemming, whereas 8447.20 is for the creation of the fabric itself from raw fibers or yarns.

FAQ

What is the HS code for stitch-bonding machine?

The HS code for stitch-bonding machines is 8447.20, which also covers flat knitting machines.

Does this code include domestic sewing machines?

No, domestic and industrial sewing machines are classified under heading 84.52, not 84.47.