Capsule Filling Machine from Japan
Pharmaceutical equipment that fills gelatin or HPMC capsules with powders, pellets, or liquids semi-automatically. Under HTS 8422.30.91 as 'other' for filling tubes/similar containers like capsules. Essential for nutraceutical and drug production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide GMP certification and capsule size compatibility details
• Include validation docs for fill accuracy to avoid pharma import holds
• Don't classify as tablet presses (8478) if powder-only