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Heat-Shrink Wrapping Machine Tunnel Heater Element

Infrared heater element for the tunnel section of heat-shrink packaging machinery, used to shrink plastic film around products. Falls under HTS 8422.90.91 as a part of other packing or wrapping machinery (including heat-shrink types). High-temperature resistant for continuous industrial operation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8516.80Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If sold as a generic electric heating resistor

Standalone electric heaters classify in Chapter 85, not machinery parts.

8428.90.03Higher: 40% vs 37.5%

If for other industrial wrapping machinery

Certain packaging parts may align with heading 8428 if not heat-shrink specific.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Certify electrical safety standards (UL/CE) for customs clearance; declare exact wattage and voltage to confirm part status; pitfall: mislabeling as general heating elements under 8516 incurs higher duties

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