Soft-Nip Calender Machine from Japan
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 — 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
• 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