Paper Coating Calender Backup Roll

Large diameter backup roll supporting pressure rolls in supercalenders for high-gloss paper coating applications in publishing. HTS 8420.99.90.00 includes parts for paper calendering machines.

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.

8439.30.00.00Same rate: 35%

If specifically parts of paper pulp machinery

Paper and paperboard making machinery parts have dedicated provisions.

8419.20.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for paper mill supercalender machines

Complete paper supercalenders classify under specific paper machinery heading.

8471.60Lower: 25% vs 35%

If automated with computerized numeric control

CNC-controlled paper processing machinery parts may classify under automatic data processing equipment.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify paper grade applications (coated vs uncoated) in technical descriptions

Include journal bearing specifications and roll deflection data for customs valuation

Confirm if rolls contain rubber coverings requiring separate material declarations

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