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Spaghetti Strand Cutter from Japan

High-speed rotary cutter severing extruded spaghetti strands to uniform lengths post-extrusion. Under HTS 8438.10.0090 as machinery for similar pasta products. Precision timing prevents sticking.

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

• Calibrate cutter specs to spaghetti diameter; extrusion context declaration

• Avoid tool classification under 8208 for blades