Film Blowing Extruder from Japan
A machine used to produce plastic films by extruding molten polymer through a circular die and inflating it into a bubble. It falls under HTS 8477.80.0100 as other machinery for working plastics or manufacturing products from plastics, not specified elsewhere in Chapter 84.
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
• Verify machine specifications match HTS description; provide detailed technical datasheets to CBP for classification
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent safety certifications; common pitfall is misclassifying as injection molding equipment under 8477.10
• Declare energy efficiency ratings if applicable for potential duty reductions under trade programs