Knit Fabric Smoothing Roller
A rubber-coated roller for smoothing knit fabrics in calendering to remove wrinkles without stretching. It is a part of a textile processing rolling machine, classified under tariff item 8420.99.00 as 'Other' parts.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the roller is made entirely of vulcanised rubber
Articles of vulcanised rubber for technical uses are excluded from Section XVI.
If imported as part of a complete smoothing machine
Complete machines are classified under the main heading for calendering machines.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the rubber coating does not cause the roller to be classified as an article of vulcanised rubber under Section XVI Note 1(a)
• Provide evidence that the roller is designed for textile calendering
• Keep samples or specifications for CBSA verification
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