Nipping Press from Japan
A nipping press applies instant high pressure to freshly cased-in books for spine flattening. Under HTS 8440.10.00.00 as specialized post-casing bookbinding machinery. Prevents waving in 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
• Cycle time and pressure specs
• Safety pinch protection
• Not general stamping