Product classification
HS code for Texturizing machine: 8444.00
Textile machinery, for extruding, drawing, texturing or cutting man-made textile materials.
Classification of texturizing machine under HS 8444.00
The classification of texturizing machines under HS code 8444.00 is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and GRI 6. This heading is dedicated to machinery used for the extrusion, drawing, texturing, or cutting of man-made textile materials. Texturizing is a specialized mechanical process that modifies the physical structure of synthetic or artificial filaments. Unlike natural fibers, which have inherent crimp or texture, man-made filaments are extruded as smooth, rod-like structures. Texturizing machines use various methods—such as heat setting, false-twisting, or air-jet turbulence—to introduce loops, coils, or crinkles into the yarn. This process is essential for creating 'bulked' yarns that provide better insulation, elasticity, and a more natural appearance for apparel and upholstery. The classification 8444.00 is precise because it covers the entire lifecycle of filament formation and modification before the yarn is spun or woven. It is important to distinguish these from machines that process staple fibers (short lengths of fiber), as those are typically found in heading 8445. Furthermore, 8444.00 includes machines that cut man-made filaments into staple lengths (tow-to-top machines). When classifying these units, customs officials look for the specific capability to handle continuous filaments of synthetic polymers or regenerated cellulose. The machinery must be specifically designed for man-made materials; machines designed for natural fibers like cotton or wool are excluded. The technical configuration usually involves high-speed spindles, heating zones, and cooling plates. In the context of international trade, the 'texturizing' aspect refers to the permanent deformation of the filament's cross-section or longitudinal shape. This is often achieved through the 'false twist' method, where the yarn is twisted, heat-set, and untwisted in a continuous motion. Another common method is 'stuffer box' texturizing, where the yarn is compressed into a heated chamber to create a zig-zag crimp. All these variations fall under 8444.00 because they share the common goal of modifying man-made filaments.
- Covers
- False-twist texturizing machines
- Air-jet texturizing machines
- Stuffer box crimping machines
- Draw-texturizing machines (DTY)
- Bicomponent filament texturizing units
- Machines for cutting synthetic filaments into staple fibers
- Also under 8444.00
- Oerlikon Neumag BCF S8
- TMT Machinery draw texturing machines
- Rieter J 26 air-jet spinning machine (for synthetic fiber processing)
- Saurer Allma twisting machines (for synthetic yarns)
- Trützschler staple fiber lines
Codes often confused with 8444.00
Common mistake. Texturizing machines are frequently misclassified under HS code 8445, which covers machines for preparing textile fibers or spinning. However, 8445 is reserved for natural fibers or man-made staple fibers that have already been cut. Another common error is using 8448, which is for auxiliary machinery; 8444.00 is the primary code for the texturizing unit itself.
Top exporters and importers of HS 844400 (the code used for texturizing machine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 844400 (the code used for texturizing machine) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 59% 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 844400, not only texturizing machine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $447M 37% of world exports
- 2 Japan $314M 26% of world exports
- 3 China $228M 19% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $685M 59% of world imports
- 2 India $123M 11% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $104M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 codes for texturizing machine
Brazil splits HS 8444.00 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8444.00.10Man-made textile extruding machines
- 8444.00.20Man-made fibre cutting or breaking machines
- 8444.00.90Other man-made textile drawing/texturing machines
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about texturizing machine
What is the HS code for Texturizing machine?
The HS code for Texturizing machine is 844400 (Textile machinery; for extruding, drawing, texturing or cutting man-made textile materials). The HS code for a texturizing machine is 8444.00, which covers machinery for extruding, drawing, texturing, or cutting man-made textile materials.
How do I classify Texturizing machine for customs?
Texturizing machine is classified under HS code 844400 — Textile machinery; for extruding, drawing, texturing or cutting man-made textile materials. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include machines for natural fibers?
No, machines for natural fibers like cotton, wool, or silk are classified under heading 8445, as 8444.00 is strictly for man-made (synthetic or artificial) materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of texturizing machine (HS 844400)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 844400 (the code used for texturizing machine) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($447M, 37% of world exports), Japan ($314M) and China ($228M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 texturizing machine (HS 844400)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 844400 (the code used for texturizing machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($685M, 59% of world imports), India ($123M) and Türkiye ($104M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 Texturizing machine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 844400 for Texturizing 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 texturizing machine in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 844400 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for texturizing machine depends on the product's details: 8444.00.10 (Man-made textile extruding machines), 8444.00.20 (Man-made fibre cutting or breaking machines), 8444.00.90 (Other man-made textile drawing/texturing machines).