Nonwoven Fabric Calender Machine from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Validate nonwoven specs (gsm, width); FDA if medical
• Distinguish from spunlace lines under 8446