King Roll for Supercalender from Mexico
The heated king roll serving as the bottom cylinder in multi-roll supercalenders for glossy paper and board finishing. Falls under HTS 8420.91.20.00 as essential for paper calendering with precise temperature control up to 150°C. Chrome-plated surface achieves mirror finish on supercalendered grades.
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
• Provide calender stack configuration drawings; certify steam/oil heating compatibility for paper use; measure diameter precisely (often 1.8-2.2m) for valuation consistency