Quick-Change Work Roll Cassettes from Canada
Cassette systems holding work rolls for rapid changeover in tandem rolling mills, minimizing downtime. Classified under HTS 8455.90.80.00 as specialized handling parts for metal-rolling mills.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Classify entire cassette as roll part, not handling equipment; include hydraulic specs
• Demonstrate exclusive use in rolling mills via OEM specifications
• Weight distribution data prevents classification as lifting gear