9902.15.71 - Weaving machines (power looms), shuttleless, rapier type, for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm but not exceeding 4.9 m (provided for in subheading 8446.30.50)

This HTS classification, 9902.15.71, pertains to shuttleless weaving machines, specifically those of the rapier type. These power looms are designed for the production of fabrics with a specific width range, falling between 30 cm and 4.9 meters. The classification emphasizes the advanced technology of shuttleless operation and the precise width capabilities of these machines, which are crucial for manufacturing a wide variety of textiles.

While this category exists within Chapter 99, which covers temporary legislation and trade modifications, its core classification is based on the specific type and function of the weaving machinery. It is distinct from other potential classifications within Chapter 99 that might relate to different temporary trade measures or restrictions on goods. Within the broader HTS structure, the reference to subheading 8446.30.50 signifies that these weaving machines, when not subject to the specific provisions of Chapter 99, would be classified under machinery for weaving.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS database, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is definitive for the described rapier-type shuttleless weaving machines. Importers and exporters should confirm that the machinery meets the stated width specifications and technological features (shuttleless, rapier type) to ensure correct entry or exit documentation. This specific code is applied when temporary legislative provisions or trade agreements dictate a particular treatment for these goods.