Licorice Extrusion Line from Japan
Continuous extruder that forms licorice paste through dies into ropes, followed by cooling and coiling. Dedicated confectionery machinery under HTS 8438.20.00.00 for licorice/gum rope production.
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 die specification charts and cooling tunnel lengths for line validation
• Verify food-grade extrusion screw materials (stainless steel 316L minimum)