Rubber Calendering Machine Roll
A precision-ground steel cylinder used in rubber calendering machines to roll and sheet rubber compounds into uniform thickness for tire manufacturing. It is a part of a calendering machine for rubber, 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 roll is part of a rubber processing machine other than a calender
Machinery for working rubber is classified in heading 84.77, which includes mixers and other processing equipment.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the roll as a part of a rubber calendering machine, not as a general machine part
• Provide the machine's model and the roll's specifications to support classification
• Verify if the steel composition triggers any special import requirements
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