Debarkers
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Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8465.99.02.10
Ring Debarker Machine
A ring debarker uses rotating rings with carbide-tipped tools to strip bark from logs as they pass through, designed specifically for high-volume sawmill operations. It falls under HTS 8465.99.02.10 as a specialized woodworking machine for initial log preparation by removing bark efficiently. This machine is essential for processing roundwood into debarked logs ready for further sawing.
Rosserhead Debarker
The rosserhead debarker employs a rotating head with cutting tools to ross or remove bark from logs, commonly used for smaller logs or pencil stock production. Classified under HTS 8465.99.02.10 as a woodworking machine specifically for debarking operations. It excels in precision bark removal while preserving log integrity for downstream processing.
Gate Debarker System
A gate debarker features swinging gates with cutting blades that clamp and strip bark from stationary logs, ideal for large-diameter timber. It is categorized under HTS 8465.99.02.10 for its role as a dedicated woodworking debarking machine. This stationary design handles heavy logs effectively in fixed sawmill setups.
Drum Debarker Machine
Drum debarkers tumble logs inside a rotating drum with internal flights to rub off bark through friction, suitable for high-throughput operations. Falls under HTS 8465.99.02.10 as specialized equipment for wood debarking via mechanical abrasion. This method minimizes damage to the underlying wood fiber.
Portable Log Debarker
Portable debarkers are trailer-mounted units with hydraulic arms and cutting heads for on-site log debarking at harvest locations. Classified in HTS 8465.99.02.10 as mobile woodworking machines dedicated to bark removal. They reduce transportation costs by debarking logs before trucking to mills.
Helicopter Rotor Debarker
Helicopter-style debarkers use angled rotor blades that spiral bark off logs in a helical pattern, providing clean removal for high-quality lumber. Under HTS 8465.99.02.10 as advanced woodworking debarking technology. Ideal for species requiring minimal fiber damage.
Pencil Stock Debarker
Specialized debarkers for pencil stock produce straight, smooth logs by removing bark from small-diameter wood perfect for pencil manufacturing. HTS 8465.99.02.10 covers these precision woodworking machines for niche applications. Ensures defect-free blanks for slatting processes.
Twin Rotor Debarker
Twin rotor debarkers employ counter-rotating heads for simultaneous bark removal from both sides of logs, doubling efficiency. Classified HTS 8465.99.02.10 for specialized dual-action woodworking debarking. Reduces processing time in busy mills.
Hydraulic Clamp Debarker
Hydraulic clamp debarkers use powered clamps to hold logs while rotating cutters strip bark cleanly, handling irregular shapes effectively. Falls under HTS 8465.99.02.10 as hydraulic woodworking debarking machinery. Versatile for crooked or tapered logs.
Small Log Debarker
Designed for logs under 12 inches diameter, these debarkers feature adjustable throats and fine-cut tools for fence post or shingle bolt production. HTS 8465.99.02.10 includes these compact woodworking machines for small-scale debarking. Perfect for rural or specialty operations.