Kraft Pulp Washer Screen Plate from Japan
Perforated stainless steel screen plate used in vacuum pulp washers to separate black liquor from pulp fibers after digestion. It is a part of machinery for making pulp from fibrous cellulosic materials, hence HTS 8439.91.90.00. The plate's design optimizes washing efficiency and fiber retention.
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
• Certify screen perforation specs for customs validation; ensure food-grade if dual-use considered; common pitfall is undervaluing due to wear part status