Leather Staking Machine from Japan
Vibrating platform machine that softens and stretches tanned leather to improve flexibility. HTS 8453.80.00.00 covers this as other leather working equipment post-tanning.
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
• Specify post-tanning application to differentiate from preparation machinery
• Provide vibration frequency specs for customs verification