Fabric Finishing Calender
A heavy-duty calender machine designed to finish textile fabrics by applying heat and pressure to produce a smooth, glossy surface. This machinery falls under tariff item 8451.80.00 as 'other machinery' for finishing textile fabrics, which includes processes like calendering to enhance the fabric's appearance and texture.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the calender is primarily used for ironing or pressing
Heading 8451 covers ironing and pressing machines, which may be more specific than 'other machinery'.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the calender is classified under 8451.80.00 as 'other machinery' for textile finishing
• Verify the machinery meets Canadian electrical safety standards (CSA) before import
• Have the commercial invoice and packing list ready for CBSA inspection
Related Products under Tariff item 8451.80.00
Fabric Impregnating Line
A complete line for impregnating textile fabrics with resins or chemicals to provide waterproofing or coating properties. This machinery is classified under tariff item 8451.80.00 as 'other machinery' for impregnating textile fabrics, a process explicitly listed in the heading description.
Fabric Reeling and Unreeling Machine
Automated machinery for reeling, unreeling, and tension control of textile fabrics during processing. This equipment is explicitly covered under tariff item 8451.80.00 as 'other machinery' for reeling or unreeling textile fabrics, ensuring smooth handling in textile production lines.
Linoleum Paste Applying Machine
A specialized applicator designed to apply paste to base fabric for the production of linoleum floor coverings. This machinery is directly provided for under tariff item 8451.80.00, as the heading explicitly includes machines for applying paste to base fabric used in floor covering manufacture.
Textile Drying Oven
A conveyorized oven designed for drying dyed or finished textile fabrics and yarns after wet processing. This machinery is classified under tariff item 8451.80.00 as 'other machinery' for drying textile fabrics, a process essential in textile finishing.
Textile Fabric Pinking Machine
A machine designed for pinking, which is zigzag cutting of textile fabric edges to prevent fraying. This machinery is directly enumerated in tariff item 8451.80.00, as the heading includes machines for cutting or pinking textile fabrics.
Textile Pressing and Ironing Machine
A flatwork ironer and press designed for made-up textile articles such as sheets and garments. This machinery is classified under tariff item 8451.80.00 as 'other machinery' for ironing or pressing textile articles, a key step in textile finishing.