Bag Sealing and Labeling Unit from China
Compact machinery that seals plastic bags and applies product labels in one process for food or retail packaging. Classified under HTS 8422.30.91.91 for its role in sealing and labeling bags as similar containers in packaging 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 detailed operational manuals to demonstrate bag-specific functions during customs valuation
• Comply with food contact material regulations if for edible goods; pitfall is inadequate hygiene certifications
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden crates for shipping to avoid fumigation delays