KraussMaffei Berstorff ZE 180mm Co-Rotating Extruder from China
A 18 cm screw diameter co-rotating twin-screw extruder optimized for compounding thermoplastics like polypropylene masterbatches. Classified under HTS 8477.20.0065 for its large screw size used in thermoplastic processing applications. Ideal for high-torque mixing and devolatilization in plastics production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include material processing certificates proving thermoplastic use; rubber capability could trigger reclassification
• Document screw geometry and L/D ratio in commercial invoice for customs valuation accuracy
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain European extruder brands; check Commerce Department scopes