Ludlow Typograph Composing Machine from China
The Ludlow Typograph casts slugs of raised type for headline composition in newspapers and ads. It qualifies for HTS 8442.30.0110 as a specialized composing machine for creating printing components. Operators hand-assemble matrices before casting for quick large-type production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Include operational manuals to demonstrate legitimate printing use vs. scrap
• Check for hazardous materials in lead pots; provide cleaning certifications
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wood for pallets to meet quarantine requirements