Frozen Yogurt Vending Machine from Japan
Self-service vending unit that dispenses soft-serve frozen yogurt with integrated refrigeration to maintain sub-zero temperatures for dairy products. It qualifies for HTS 8476.81.00.00 as a refrigerated automatic vending machine.
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
• Obtain prior FDA approval for food-contact surfaces in refrigeration systems
• Include hygiene certifications and temperature logs in import docs to demonstrate compliance
• Beware of overweight charges; these units often exceed standard pallet limits