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Pharma Blister Pack Sealer

Heat sealer for closing pharma blister cards with foil, but limited to sealing operation on formed packs. Borderline HTS 8422.30.91.60 if considered 'closing boxes'. Single-step post-filling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8422.40Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If full thermoforming line

Wrapping/heat-shrink.

8478.90.00Lower: 20% vs 37.5%

If complete blister machines

Machinery for working plastics.

8422.30Same rate: 37.5%

If non-bottle packs

Other containers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Argue blister as 'box-like' container

• Exclude forming stations