Nonwoven Fabric Calender Machine from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Validate nonwoven specs (gsm, width); FDA if medical
• Distinguish from spunlace lines under 8446