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Spine Taping Machine from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Demonstrate tape application to book blocks for proper heading placement

Check tape width specs for customs value declaration

Spine Taping Machine from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8440.10.00.00