Chrome Tanning Drum from Japan
A large rotating drum used in the chrome tanning process to evenly distribute tanning chemicals on hides submerged in solution, converting raw hides into wet blue leather. It falls under HTS 8453.10.00.00 as machinery specifically for tanning hides and skins. Essential for industrial leather production.
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
• Verify compliance with chemical handling regulations like EPA standards for chrome agents; ensure drum capacity documentation matches specs; watch for misclassification as general mixers under 8479