Gray Iron Looper Roll for Continuous Hot Strip Mill
A large gray iron looper roll weighing over 6,803.9 kg, used to control strip tension in hot strip mills. Its gray iron material and heavy weight for continuous casting-rolling lines classify it under tariff item 8455.30.00 as a roll for rolling mills.
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 imported as part of a rolling mill system
Parts of rolling mills are classified separately from the rolls themselves.
If the roll includes bearings as an integral part
Parts of bearings are classified under a different heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the roll's role in tension control to distinguish it from other types of rolls
• Keep records of the roll's weight and material composition for customs verification
• Check if the roll is eligible for duty deferral under the Customs Bonded Warehouse program
Related Products under Tariff item 8455.30.00
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Large diameter backup rolls support the smaller work rolls in cold rolling mills, providing structural backing during the cold reduction of metal strips. These rolls are essential components of metal-rolling mills and fall under tariff item 8455.30.00 as rolls for rolling mills.
Cast Gray Iron Pinch Roll for Rolling Mill Entry
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Cast Iron Guide Rolls for Rolling Mills
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Centrifugally Cast Ring Rolls for Section Mills
Centrifugally cast composite rolls with high-speed steel working layer over ductile iron core, used in section mills rolling beams and shapes. These rolls provide superior wear resistance and are classified under tariff item 8455.30.00 as rolls for rolling mills.
Composite ICDP Rolls for Roughing Stands
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