Nonwoven Fabric Calender Machine from Germany
Thermal bonding calender with patterned steel rollers that fuse polypropylene nonwoven webs for diaper/hygiene products. Under HTS 8420.10.90 for rolling nonwovens, not metals/glass. Creates point-bonded fabric structure.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Validate nonwoven specs (gsm, width); FDA if medical
• Distinguish from spunlace lines under 8446