Menzel Super Calender for Fabrics from Japan
High-precision super calender featuring multiple steel rollers for imparting a high-gloss finish to cotton and synthetic fabrics. Classified under HTS 8420.10.10.00 due to its dedicated use in textile calendering operations for surface enhancement.
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
• Ensure roller count and pressure specifications are documented to distinguish from paper calenders
• Provide fabric compatibility certificates to prevent misclassification as general rolling equipment
• Watch for partial assembly imports—complete machines avoid parts tariffs but require proof of functionality