Pharmaceutical Vial Crimping Machine from China
Precision crimper that seals aluminum caps onto glass vials containing injectables or oral liquids using automated torque control. HTS 8422.30.9170 covers this as 'other' machinery for closing tubes or similar containers in pharma packaging. Meets GMP standards for sterile operations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include IQ/OQ/PQ validation docs for FDA inspection readiness
• Classify as complete station, not accessory, for correct duty application
• Specify vial size range to distinguish from general-purpose cappers