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8440.10.00.00/Spine Taping Machine/Japan

Spine Taping Machine from Japan

A spine taping machine applies reinforcing tape to the spine of glued book blocks for added strength in perfect binding. Classified in HTS 8440.10.00.00 as bookbinding machinery enhancing bind durability. Used post-gluing before cover attachment.

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

• Demonstrate tape application to book blocks for proper heading placement

• Check tape width specs for customs value declaration