Joint Forming Machine from Japan
Forms hinge joints on cased-in books for opening flexibility using rollers or blades. HTS 8440.10.00.00 bookbinding finishing equipment. Critical for premium hardcovers.
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
• Roller vs blade mechanism detail
• Book thickness range
• Specificity proof