Book Gluing Pot from Japan

A book gluing pot melts and dispenses hot-melt adhesive for spine gluing in perfect binding lines. Falls under HTS 8440.10.00.00 as integral bookbinding machinery component for adhesive application. Temperature-controlled for precise viscosity in book 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%

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Import Tips

• Specify adhesive type compatibility to prevent reclassification as general melters

• Certify for food-safe materials if handling paper with inks