Continuous Wood Chip Digester from China
An automated digester that continuously feeds wood chips through cooking zones for efficient pulp production from cellulosic fibers. It features stratified impregnation and cooking stages for optimal lignin removal. Falls under HTS 8439.10.00 for specialized pulp-making equipment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document automation controls and flow rates to distinguish from batch digesters during valuation
• Ensure wood chip size specifications match pulp process requirements for proper HTS verification
• Check for explosion-proof certifications due to high-pressure steam operations