Cotton Gin Lint Cleaner Saw Cylinder from Japan
A rotating cylinder fitted with circular saw blades used in cotton gins to clean foreign matter from lint after seed removal. Essential accessory for machines of heading 8445, specifically cotton gins, ensuring high-quality lint output. Matches chapter notes for auxiliary machinery parts.
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
• Label as 'parts for cotton ginning machines HTS 8445' on commercial invoice for CBP review
• Obtain certificates confirming saw tooth specs meet gin tolerances to avoid reclassification
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain ag machinery parts from specific countries