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Comb Honey Press and Cutter from Japan

Hydraulic press extracting honey from cut comb sections while preserving natural structure for retail. Falls under HTS 8436.80.00.70 for specialized bee-keeping pressing equipment.

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

• Validate press pressure limits to avoid comb crushing (typically <50psi)

• Use FDA-compliant cutters with rounded edges for food safety