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Stand-Up Pouch Bag Maker from Japan

Machine creating stand-up pouches from paper laminate for liquids or snacks, with bottom gussets. Classified under HTS 8441.20.00.00 when using paper pulp or paperboard as primary material. Used in consumer goods packaging.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Declare material composition percentages for paper content; obtain prior rulings for laminate blends

• Avoid misdeclaring as filling equipment