Band Sealing Machine
A continuous band sealer that heat-seals plastic bags and pouches, commonly used for products like rice or frozen foods. It falls under tariff item 8422.40.00 as other packing or wrapping machinery, including heat-shrink wrapping machinery, because it performs a sealing function integral to packaging.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the machine is designed primarily for filling or closing containers rather than sealing bags
Heading 8422 covers machinery for filling, closing, or sealing containers; a band sealer focused on closing bags may fit here.
If the machine performs a unique function not specifically covered by packing machinery
Residual heading for machines with individual functions not elsewhere specified.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the machine meets Canadian Electrical Code and CSA standards for safety
• Have the model and serial number ready for CBSA inspection
• If importing from a free trade partner, claim preferential tariff treatment with a valid certificate of origin
Related Products under Tariff item 8422.40.00
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A high-precision machine that weighs, fills, and heat-seals flexible pouches with pipe tobacco for retail distribution. It is classified under tariff item 8422.40.00 as a machine for packaging pipe tobacco with specialized dosing.
Bundling Machine
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Butter Mint Twist Wrapper
This compact machine twists wax paper around pillow-shaped butter mints at high speeds, typical in small-batch confectioneries. It is classified under tariff item 8422.40.00 as candy-specific wrapping machinery.
Candy Wrapping Machine Model CW-500
An automated machine for twist-wrapping individual hard candies in cellophane or foil at speeds up to 500 pieces per minute. It falls under tariff item 8422.40.00 as a dedicated machine for wrapping candy.
Carton Erecting and Sealing Machine
A carton erecting and sealing machine that automatically forms flat cartons into boxes and applies adhesive tape for sealing, widely used in e-commerce fulfillment and food packaging lines. It falls under 8422.40.00 as other packing or wrapping machinery because it prepares and seals cartons for shipping.
Case Packer Machine
A case packer machine that automatically loads products into shipping cases or cartons from production lines, used in beverage, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods packing. It is classified under 8422.40.00 as other packing or wrapping machinery because it packs products into cases for distribution.