Optical Citrus Fruit Sorter from Japan
High-tech sorter employing cameras and near-infrared spectroscopy to grade oranges and lemons by internal quality, size, and external defects. HTS 8433.60.00 covers such fruit sorting machines for agricultural produce. Used in citrus packing houses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include sensor calibration certificates; optical tech often audited for accuracy claims
• Label as 'agricultural produce sorter' distinctly from food processing equipment