Hard Plastic Pipe Bending and Jointing Machine from Japan
Industrial machine for bending PVC or ABS hard plastic pipes and assembling joints using heat fusion and clamps. Classified under HTS 8465.94.00.91 for bending or assembling machines working hard plastics or similar materials. Used in plumbing and construction for precise pipe forming.
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 material test reports confirming hard plastic compatibility to distinguish from soft plastic extrusion machines
• Document production capacity and cycle times to support valuation for duty assessment
• Ensure labeling includes safety warnings for high-heat operations to meet import standards