Used Wood Laminate Press Assembler from Japan
Rebuilt hydraulic press for bending and assembling wood laminates under heat and pressure, used in door and furniture manufacturing. It qualifies for HTS 8465.94.00.05 as a used bending/assembling machine dedicated to woodworking. The machine bonds multiple wood veneers into strong, curved structural components.
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
• Document pressure ratings and wood-specific platens to distinguish from general presses
• Obtain rebuild warranty from certified refurbisher to facilitate customs valuation
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete disassembly records leading to new machine duties