Optical Disc Bonding and Labeling Machine from Germany
Automated station that UV-bonds disc halves for DVD construction and applies screen-printed labels. As integral to completing optical media manufacturing, it falls under HTS 8479.89.8300.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include cycle time specs proving inline production line integration
• Silkscreen ink VOC compliance docs needed for printing components
• Risk of 8443 reclassification if printing emphasized over bonding