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
12.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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