Plastic Film Calendering Cylinder
A precision-machined cylinder with a patterned surface for PVC calendering lines producing flexible plastic films for flooring and wall coverings. It is a part of a calendering machine for plastics, which is not metal or glass, and falls under this tariff item.
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 cylinder is part of an extruder or other plastics processing machinery, not a calender
Machinery for working plastics is classified in heading 84.77, which includes extruders and other processing equipment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the cylinder is described as a part for a plastic calendering machine, not as a general industrial roller
• Include the machine's specifications and the cylinder's dimensions in the import documentation
• Verify if the plastic material of the cylinder affects classification under other chapters
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Rubber Calendering Machine Roll
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