Olivetti Lettera 32 Manual Typewriter from Japan
Olivetti Lettera 32 is a iconic portable manual typewriter known for minimalist Italian design and reliable semi-standard keyboard. It fits HTS 8472.90.50.00 as a typewriter excluding heading 8443 printers, within other office machines for mechanical document creation. Favored by designers and typewriter enthusiasts.
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 photos of internal mechanism to confirm manual operation; EU-origin models may qualify for GSP reductions
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests toy use
• Check for asbestos in older gaskets per import bans