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Battery-Powered Portable Strapper from Japan

Cordless, battery-operated strapping machine for mobile application of PET straps in field packaging operations. HTS 8422.40.91.40 covers such powered strapping devices as packing machinery. Popular in construction and outdoor logistics.

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

• Declare battery type (Li-ion) for UN38.3 certification; provide runtime and strap width specs; avoid handtool misclassification by power source proof