Plastic Film Calendering Cylinder from Japan
Precision machined cylinder with patterned surface for PVC calendering lines that produce flexible plastic films for flooring and wall coverings. HTS 8420.99.90.00 covers cylinders for plastic calendering not involving metals or glass.
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
• Specify embossing pattern and plastic material compatibility in import docs to justify 8420 classification
• Include surface hardness specifications (Rockwell, etc.) as customs may question durability claims
• For patterned rolls, provide CAD drawings showing non-metal processing application