Stencil Duplicator (Roneo Machine) from Japan
Also known as a Roneo or Gestetner machine, this stencil duplicator cuts stencils with a typewriter or thermal process and uses ink drums to produce copies. Classified under HTS 8472.10.00.00 for its specific duplicating function in office settings. It's suited for producing 100-5000 copies per stencil master economically.
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 evidence of stencil-cutting mechanism in import docs to distinguish from screen printers under 8443.19
• Ensure compliance with ink emission standards; include safety data sheets for consumables if bundled
• Label as 'office duplicator' clearly to prevent reclassification during customs exam