Komori Lithrone G26 Reel-Fed Letterpress from Japan
High-end reel-fed letterpress for label and flexible packaging production, employing polymer or metal relief plates on continuous paper feeds. Falls under HTS 8443.14.00.00 for non-flexo reel-fed letterpress printing machinery referencing 8442 components.
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
• Include operator manuals confirming letterpress (relief) plate use to avoid reclassification as offset or flexo
• Budget for bond requirements on high-value machinery imports exceeding $10,000
• Verify no asbestos or hazardous materials in inks/plates per EPA import rules