8472.90.90/Electric Hole Punch Machine/Japan

Electric Hole Punch Machine from Japan

A powered office machine that punches standard binder holes in multiple paper sheets. Interpreted under HTS 8472.90.90 as a perforating machine for office document binding.

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%

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Import Tips

• Specify hole size standards (e.g

• 3-ring binder) for classification

• Electrical safety certifications essential for clearance

• Avoid manual punch confusion under hand tool headings