Plastic Strap Sealing Jaw Assembly from Japan
The jaw assembly crimps and seals polypropylene or polyester strapping on pallet loads in automated packaging systems. Classified under HTS 8422.90.91.30 as parts of strapping machines for container securing in Chapter 84's packing section. Critical for friction-weld or ultrasonic sealing processes.
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
• Provide heat treatment specs and sealing mechanism details to distinguish from generic clamping parts
• Ensure invoices specify 'for strapping machines only' to prevent reclassification to broader parts headings
• Watch for EU RoHS compliance markings required for plastic components in machinery imports