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Stencil Duplicating Machine from Japan

Manual or electric machine using stencils to duplicate documents via ink transfer, like spirit duplicators. Fits HTS 8472.90.9080 as a hectograph or stencil duplicating machine example. Ideal for low-volume office copying.

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

• Describe ink and stencil process to confirm classification; note vintage/office use vs modern printers

• Provide operation manuals for customs