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Can Seamer Head Assembly

The seaming head assembly is the core component of can-sealing machines that crimps and seals lids onto cans under pressure. It falls under HTS 8422.90.11.00 as a specific part designed exclusively for can-sealing machinery used in beverage and food canning lines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

8438.90Lower: 12.8% vs 17.5%

If used in continuous-action canning elevators or conveyors

Parts for machinery handling cans in bulk transport fall under heading 8438 for other machinery.

8479.89.65.00Higher: 22.5% vs 17.5%

If classified as a machine rather than a replaceable part

Complete standalone seaming units without integration may go to 8479 for unspecified machines.

8483.50.90Higher: 52.8% vs 17.5%

If primarily a flywheel or pulley mechanism

Pure transmission components like gears or flywheels shift to Chapter 84 heading 8483.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the part is exclusively for can-sealing machines with manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification as general machinery parts

Include detailed engineering drawings and OEM certification in documentation for customs valuation and origin claims