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Paper Machine Pope Reel Drive Shaft from Japan

Precision machined drive shaft coupling pope reel sections for continuous winding without reel changes. Critical for high-speed paperboard production, under HTS 8439.99.1000.

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

• Provide torque ratings and coupling specifications

• Document shaft runout tolerances (<0.001 in)

• Include balancing certification for high RPM