Multivac R245 Vacuum Packaging Machine from China

The Multivac R245 is a thermoforming vacuum packaging machine used for sealing food products like meats and cheeses in modified atmosphere to extend shelf life. It performs vacuum extraction and gas flushing before sealing plastic films onto trays, fitting HTS 8422.30.91.50 as it solely handles vacuum or gas packaging operations on containers. This classification applies to machines dedicated to these sealing processes without additional filling or labeling functions.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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
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]

Import Tips

Verify machine specifications confirm it performs only vacuum/gas packaging without integrated filling to avoid reclassification under broader 8422.30 subheadings

Provide detailed technical brochures and operation manuals to customs for proof of dedicated function; include CE marking for EU-sourced machines