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Perforating Machine from Japan

An office machine that punches perforations in paper for tear-off forms like tickets or coupons. Falls under HTS 8472.90.90 as a perforating machine for office document preparation.

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

• Specify perforation patterns and paper thickness capacity

• Include blade sharpness certifications for safety