Ulma V220 Vacuum Gas Packaging System from Japan
The Ulma V220 is a compact vacuum chamber machine for gas packaging fresh produce and seafood in retail trays. It evacuates air, injects CO2/N2 mix, and heat-seals, classified under HTS 8422.30.91.50 for machines limited to vacuum or gas-based closing/sealing. Ideal for MAP (modified atmosphere packaging) without ancillary filling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include gas mixture specifications and vacuum pump certifications in entry docs to demonstrate compliance with food safety standards like FDA
• Test machine for single-function operation; adding conveyor integration could trigger reclassification—document as standalone unit