Soft-Nip Calender Machine from China
Modern calender with compliant rubber nip rolls for gentle finishing of tissue and hygiene papers, preventing web breaks. It qualifies under HTS 8420.10.20.00 for its role in paper finishing rolling operations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide end-use certificates specifying paper tissue applications; inspect for hydraulic pressure system certifications; anticipate longer customs clearance for large footprint machines requiring building permits