Krones Variomec Carton Packer

High-speed carton erector-filler-sealer for beverage industry, handling RSC cartons with cans or bottles. Automatically opens knockdown cartons, drop-packs products, and tape-seals tops. HTS 8422.30.91.86 applies due to its dedicated box manipulation functions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8422.30Same rate: 35%

If designed specifically for cans rather than boxes

Can-specific filling machinery has separate provisions from box handling.

8422.90.91Same rate: 35%

If imported as replacement parts for existing lines

Parts of filling machinery classified separately from complete machines.

8479.82.00Same rate: 35%

If for continuous-action high-speed lines

Ultra-high-speed continuous process machines may shift to mixing/compounding heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include production line integration specs to distinguish from standalone fillers

Declare hygienic design features (IP65 rating) for food safety compliance

Watch for overclassification as 'other' if machine handles multiple container types

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