Heat Shrink Tunnel for Packaging Lines from Japan
A conveyorized heat tunnel that applies controlled hot air to shrink polyethylene or polyolefin film wrapped around products like boxes or pallets. Classified under HTS 8422.40.91.60 as other packing machinery specifically for shrink film application in industrial packaging operations.
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
• Verify machine specifications confirm shrink film capability; customs may require technical datasheets distinguishing from general heat tunnels
• Include FDA compliance documentation if used for food packaging to avoid delays