Continuous Band Sealer with Cooling Tunnel

Horizontal conveyor band sealer that heat-seals plastic bags then cools and optionally shrinks via tunnel for powders or granules. Classified under HTS 8422.40.91.60 for its heat sealing and shrink film capabilities.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8422.40Same rate: 35%

If sealers without shrink/cooling integration

Basic bag closing machinery has separate residual provision.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If cooling tunnel predominant function

Refrigeration/cooling equipment classifies under drying ovens.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If part of complete filling line

Multi-function packing lines may use unspecified machinery codes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Validate Teflon band material specs for food contact compliance

Speed rating documentation helps distinguish industrial vs lab models

Avoid 'bag closing' declaration which may go to 8422.40.90

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