Pitney Bowes Mailstream Evolution Inserting System from Japan
High-volume machine for automatically folding documents and inserting them into envelopes for bulk mailing operations. It handles collating multiple pages, folding, and precise insertion while maintaining mail security. Classified under HTS 8472.30.00.00 as it performs mail folding and inserting functions essential for postal processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications match 'mail inserting' criteria; general document inserters may classify elsewhere
• Include user manuals and technical specs in documentation to prove postal-specific functionality
• Check for software licenses as separate HTS entries to avoid reclassification