Postage Scale with Digital Calculator Display from Japan
A desktop device combining postage weighing with an integrated calculator for rate computation and label data entry. It qualifies for HTS 8470.90.0190 under 'postage-franking machines and similar machines, incorporating a calculating device; other,' due to its data recording and calculating features.
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
• Label as incorporating calculating device; provide rate tables showing computation
• Avoid classifying as lab scales under 8423 if calc is prominent
• Document for retail vs industrial use to prevent shifts