Bobst Rotogravure Printing Machine from Canada
Bobst's high-precision rotogravure press for printing on flexible substrates such as BOPP films and laminates, ideal for food packaging. It employs intaglio printing with etched chrome-plated cylinders for superior ink transfer. Falls under HTS 8443.17.00.00 due to its gravure cylinder-based printing mechanism.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of gravure-specific features like cylinder drying systems to distinguish from offset printers
• Calculate duties based on CIF value including installation costs; retain engineering invoices