FP Mailing USA PostBase 3 Franking Machine from China
The FP PostBase 3 is a modular postage-franking system with automatic feeder, sealer, and intelligent rate calculator for efficient mail processing. It applies precise postage based on real-time carrier rates and weighs up to 10 lbs. HTS 8470.90.0110 covers it as a postage-franking machine incorporating a calculating device for postage determination.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure labeling specifies 'postage-franking machine' and list calculating components to match HTS description precisely
• Prepare for voltage compliance (110V US standard) and include ETL/UL certifications to avoid CBP holds