Vertical Form Fill Seal Bag Machine from Mexico
A vertical machine that forms bags from roll stock, opens the top, fills with products like snacks or frozen foods, and closes via ultrasonic or heat sealing. Classified under HTS 8422.30.91.80 only if handling pre-formed bags; otherwise separate. Ideal for high-speed packaging of dry goods.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide engineering drawings showing bag handling mechanism to confirm it processes pre-formed bags
• Obtain ISO 22000 or equivalent certifications for food-contact machinery to expedite FDA clearance