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Kraft Paper Manufacturing Machine from Japan

New specialized line for kraft process paper using recovery boiler integration and high-speed former for strong unbleached paper products. HTS 8439.20.00.10 applies to this new paper making machinery.

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

• Certify chemical recovery compatibility for kraft process to validate classification

• Declare basis weight range (40-200 gsm) in entry docs

• Comply with US pulp mill emission import requirements