Defibrator for Mechanical Pulp from Japan
High-speed rotor machinery that mechanically separates wood fibers through grinding and refining to produce mechanical pulp without chemicals. Used for newsprint production from cellulosic material. HTS 8439.10.00 includes mechanical pulping equipment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify rotor speed (typically 1500-3000 RPM) and fiber yield rates for classification proof
• Include vibration analysis reports for high-speed operation compliance
• Document energy consumption data as mechanical pulpers are power-intensive