Ricoh MP C4503 Color Multifunction Copier from Japan
A high-speed color copying machine designed for office environments, capable of printing, scanning, and faxing with laser technology. It falls under HTS 8443.39.60.00 as an 'other' copying machine not specifically classified elsewhere in the printing machinery subheadings. This multifunction device uses toner-based electrophotographic processes for high-volume duplication.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
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