HS Code:
The 'Parts of winding or reeling machines' category, classified under HS Code 8448.33, includes components and accessories specifically designed for machines used in winding or reeling processes, primarily in the textile industry. These parts are critical for the operation and maintenance of machinery that handles yarn, thread, or other materials during manufacturing processes. This category excludes complete machines and focuses solely on replaceable or modular components such as spindles, bobbins, and other mechanical parts essential for efficient production.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-Japan EPA)
Increasing automation in textile machinery
Rising demand for high-precision components to support automated winding and reeling systems, particularly in developed markets
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable manufacturing
Growing preference for eco-friendly and energy-efficient machine parts, influencing design and material choices
2020-2022
Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions
Delays and increased costs for parts sourced from key manufacturing hubs like China and Europe
2022
The European Union introduced updated safety and compatibility standards for textile machinery parts, requiring manufacturers to certify compliance starting mid-2023.
June 2023
Potential increase in production costs for exporters to the EU, but improved product reliability for end-users.
Negotiations in early 2023 led to a temporary reduction in tariffs on certain machinery parts, including those for winding and reeling machines, to ease supply chain pressures.
March 2023
Short-term relief for US importers, with a potential boost in trade volume from China.
Several leading manufacturers in Japan and Germany unveiled new lightweight, durable materials for winding machine parts at a major industry expo.
September 2022
Expected to reduce energy consumption in textile production and increase demand for advanced components.