Monforts Thermex Calendering Machine from Japan
Thermex continuous calender using steam-heated cylinders for synthetic fabric finishing and coating preparation. Classified in HTS 8420.10.10.00 as specialized textile calendering equipment.
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
• Steam system pressure ratings must be certified for safety compliance during import inspection
• Specify synthetic fabric optimization to differentiate from rubber or plastics calenders
• Document roller surface treatments (e.g
• chrome plating for textiles) to support classification