Copper Rotogravure Printing Cylinder from Japan
Precision-machined copper cylinder etched and polished for rotogravure printing, used in magazine and packaging production. Classified in HTS 8442.50.90.00 as a prepared printing cylinder 'other' than basic plates or stones. The surface preparation enables direct ink transfer in high-speed gravure presses.
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
• Provide etching and polishing process details to distinguish from unfinished metal cylinders
• Declare cylinder diameter and circumference specs for customs valuation and classification accuracy
• Avoid bulk shipments without individual wrapping, as loose cylinders risk damage claims during import