Krones Variomec Carton Packer from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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