Aluminum Can Lidding Machine from Japan
Standalone machinery that applies foil or plastic lids to aluminum cans via heat sealing for food packaging. Fits HTS 8422.30.91.60 as it exclusively performs the lidding/sealing operation on cans, not involving filling or labeling. Used in canning lines for soups or pet food.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document that the machine handles only lidding; any integrated fillers reclassify it
• Include material compatibility specs (e.g
• aluminum cans) in import declarations