Voith EcoHood Supercalender from China

The Voith EcoHood features energy-efficient infrared hoods combined with supercalender rolls for finishing coated paperboard, improving gloss and reducing energy use. It qualifies for HTS 8439.30.00.00 as specialized finishing equipment for paper products.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]

Import Tips

Label energy efficiency ratings for potential green duty reductions in eco-conscious markets

Provide operator manuals in import country language to meet safety import regs

Avoid reclassification by including blueprints showing paper-specific roll configurations