Shoe Nailing Machine from Japan
Automatic machine inserting nails or tacks to attach soles to shoe uppers in Goodyear welt construction. Under HTS 8453.80.00.00 for other footwear making machinery.
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
• Demonstrate welt construction specificity to avoid general nailing tools
• Include safety interlocks documentation for operator protection
• Avoid classification as woodworking nailers under 8465