Supercalender Cylinder

High-pressure steel cylinder for supercalender machines that achieve ultra-smooth paper surfaces for printing grades. Integral part of rolling/calendering machines dedicated to paperboard production. Classified in HTS 8420.99.20.00 as specific to paper making apparatus.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8420.99.90.00Same rate: 35%

If for textile rolling machines instead of paper

Textile-specific rolls fall under other 8420.99 subheadings, excluding paper machinery parts.

8410.90.00.00Higher: 38.8% vs 35%

If hydraulic turbine component repurposed

Turbojet/turbine parts in 8410 differ from paper-specific calender functions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document pressure ratings and paper grade compatibility; use OEM part numbers for customs; pitfall: generic 'roll' descriptions lead to 8483 classification

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