Paper Finishing Breaker Bar
This oscillating bar is placed ahead of calenders in paper finishing machines to break paper web bonds, preventing sticking and ensuring even feeding. It is a part of machinery for finishing paper or paperboard, classified under tariff item 8439.99.00.
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 bar is used in pulp-making machinery rather than paper finishing
Parts for pulp-making machinery are classified under subheading 8439.91, while this item is for paper finishing.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Describe the breaker bar's function in the finishing process to support its classification as a part of paper machinery
• Ensure the CBSA recognizes it as a component of the calender section, not a standalone tool
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