About HS Code 842010
This HS code covers calendering and other rolling machines specifically designed for processing materials other than metal or glass. These machines are crucial in industries like plastics, rubber, textiles, paper, and non-woven fabrics, where they are used to smooth, flatten, compact, or impart specific textures to materials by passing them between rollers. Key players in this trade include specialized machinery manufacturers, industrial equipment suppliers, and end-users in the aforementioned manufacturing sectors. Importers often seek to enhance production efficiency, improve product quality, or expand their manufacturing capabilities. The technology involved focuses on precision control of roller pressure, temperature, and speed, which are critical for achieving desired material properties. The global demand is driven by growth in packaging, automotive interiors, apparel, and construction materials industries.
Products Under This Code
Plastic film calenders, Rubber sheet calenders, Textile finishing calenders, Paper supercalenders, Non-woven fabric calenders, Embossing calenders, Laminating calenders
Real World Examples
Troester rubber calenders, Andritz paper calenders, Kusters textile calenders, Comerio Ercole plastic calenders, Breyer film extrusion calenders
Common Misclassification
This code is specific to non-metal/non-glass calendering, differentiating it from 8455 (metal rolling mills) or 8464 (machines for working stone, ceramics, concrete, glass).
Products Classified Under 8420.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, Italy, and China are prominent exporters, while China, the USA, and India are significant importers of these specialized rolling machines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 842010?
HS code 842010 covers: Machines; calendering or other rolling machines, for other than metal or glass. This HS code covers calendering and other rolling machines specifically designed for processing materials other than metal or glass. These machines are crucial in industries like plastics, rubber, textiles, paper, and non-woven fabrics, where they are used to smooth, flatten, compact, or impart specific textures to materials by passing them between rollers. Key players in this trade include specialized machinery manufacturers, industrial equipment suppliers, and end-users in the aforementioned manufacturing sectors. Importers often seek to enhance production efficiency, improve product quality, or expand their manufacturing capabilities. The technology involved focuses on precision control of roller pressure, temperature, and speed, which are critical for achieving desired material properties. The global demand is driven by growth in packaging, automotive interiors, apparel, and construction materials industries.
What products fall under HS code 842010?
Plastic film calenders, Rubber sheet calenders, Textile finishing calenders, Paper supercalenders, Non-woven fabric calenders, Embossing calenders, Laminating calenders
What are common misclassifications for HS code 842010?
This code is specific to non-metal/non-glass calendering, differentiating it from 8455 (metal rolling mills) or 8464 (machines for working stone, ceramics, concrete, glass).
How is HS code 842010 structured?
HS code 842010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.