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Food Tray Forming Packer

Forms molded pulp or foam trays, packs meats or produce, and seals lids for supermarket display. Under HTS 8422.40.91.50 for tray forming and sealing in modified atmosphere packaging. Extends shelf life for perishable goods.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8438.50.00Higher: 40.3% vs 37.5%

If for bakery-specific tray machinery

Machinery for food prep includes certain baking packing.

8423.82.00Same rate: 37.5%

If weighing-integrated tray packers

Weighing machinery if scales are primary feature.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• MAP gas compatibility docs needed for customs and FDA

• Specify tray material (pulp/foam) to confirm classification