Cork Sheet Horizontal Bandsaw from Japan
Horizontal bandsaw designed for slicing cork sheets used in flooring and insulation with minimal material waste. Falls under HTS 8465.91.00 for sawing cork, a material specifically listed in the heading.
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
• Provide evidence of cork-specific blade tensioning and dust extraction systems
• Include origin certificates for cork material compatibility testing
• Ensure machine guarding meets OSHA standards for US importation