Paper Pulp Bleach Tower Heater from Japan
A vertical tower heater that maintains elevated temperatures during chemical bleaching of pulp to achieve brightness for paper. Falls under HTS 8419.89.1000 for thermal processing in paper pulp production. Controls temperature for optimal delignification and whitening.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include bleach chemical compatibility certifications in entry docs
• Demonstrate pulp flow rates specific to paper production scales
• Watch for reclassification if tower includes significant mechanical agitation