Used Wet Press Section
This used wet press section is a rebuilt press section that removes water from the wet paper web before drying. It includes felt rolls and vacuum boxes, making it a key component in the papermaking process. Classified under tariff item 8439.20.00 as used machinery for making paper.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wet press section is imported as parts for an existing paper machine
Parts of papermaking machinery are classified under heading 84.39, subheading 8439.99, when not presented as a complete machine.
If the wet press section includes filtering or purifying equipment
Filtering or purifying machinery for liquids or gases is classified in heading 84.21, which may apply if the section includes such equipment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Clearly describe the wet press section's function in the papermaking process to support classification
• Confirm whether the section is a complete unit or a collection of parts, as this affects tariff classification
• Ensure that any included vacuum boxes or rolls are properly documented
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Corrugated Board Production Line
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Cylinder Mold Paper Machine
The Cylinder Mold Paper Machine is a new vat machine using rotating cylinder molds covered with wire cloth to pick up pulp and form paper sheets, ideal for heavier board grades. It is classified under 8439.20.00 as new machinery for paperboard production.
Cylinder Paper Machine
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Folding Boxboard Machine
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