Nonwoven Fabric Calendering Machine from China

This machine applies heat and pressure to nonwoven fabrics using heated rollers to achieve smooth finishing, density control, and enhanced surface properties. It falls under HTS 8449.00.10.00 as finishing machinery specifically designed for processing nonwovens in the piece. Essential in hygiene product and medical fabric production lines.

Duty Rate — China → United States

20.1%

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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify machine specifications confirm use for nonwoven finishing to avoid reclassification to general textile machinery

Include detailed technical drawings and end-use certificates in documentation for customs valuation

Check for anti-dumping duties on machinery from certain Asian manufacturers