Book Gluing Pot from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify adhesive type compatibility to prevent reclassification as general melters
• Certify for food-safe materials if handling paper with inks