Tray Forming and Sealing Machine from China
Automated equipment that forms plastic trays from rolls, packs products like fruits or pharmaceuticals, and seals them with film. Classified under HTS 8422.40.91.50 for its tray forming, packing, and sealing capabilities in retail-ready packaging. Essential for fresh produce and medical packaging lines.
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
• Provide material compatibility certificates (e.g
• for food contact) to meet FDA/ customs requirements
• Document throughput speed and tray dimensions to confirm 'tray forming' classification