Neopost DS-75 Postage Franker from Japan
The Neopost DS-75 is a compact postage-franking machine for small to medium businesses, offering automatic scale integration and USPS rate updates for accurate postage application. It prints indicia directly on mailpieces using digital inkjet technology with embedded calculation for costs. This fits HTS 8470.90.0110 as it is expressly a postage-franking machine with calculating functions for mailing.
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
• Include proof of USPS approval or IMI (Information-Based Indicia) compliance in documentation to speed customs clearance
• Declare exact model specs showing franking and calculating features; avoid generic 'mailing machine' descriptions
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls—provide commercial invoices with serial numbers for high-value meters