Multivac R245 Thermoformer Blister Packaging Machine

The Multivac R245 is a fully automatic thermoforming machine designed for producing high-volume blister packs by forming plastic sheets around products like pharmaceuticals or hardware and sealing them to a backing card. It falls under HTS 8422.30.91.87 as specialized machinery for skin and blister packaging, involving heat-sealing processes for retail packaging. This equipment is widely used in industries requiring protective, transparent packaging.

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.

8422.40.91Same rate: 35%

If equipped for heat-shrink wrapping

Heat-shrink film application shifts classification to other wrapping machinery under 8422.40.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If classified as semiconductor testing handler

Blister pack handlers for chip testing may fall under semiconductor apparatus in Chapter 84.

8422.30Same rate: 35%

If for general labeling without blister forming

Pure labeling machines for containers go to other sealing/labeling provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify machine specifications match 'skin/blister' definition; include technical datasheets showing thermoforming/sealing for blisters to avoid misclassification

Obtain FDA validation docs if for pharma use; ensure CE marking or UL certification for safety compliance

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