Yankee Dryer Cylinder from Japan
A large cast iron cylinder used in paper machines for non-contact drying of tissue and towel paper grades by steam heating. Classified under HTS 8420.91.20.00 as a rolling cylinder integral to paper production machinery. Its polished surface ensures high heat transfer and paper release without sticking.
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
• Include steam jacket technical specs and paper dryer application certification; watch for oversize shipment permits due to 5-6m lengths; confirm no metal rolling features to stay in paper-specific subheading