Konica Minolta LP-9000 CTP Camera Head

Laser imaging camera head for Konica Minolta's LP-9000 series platesetters, optimized for violet chemistry plates in sheetfed printing. HTS 9006.59.20.00 applies due to its purpose-built design for printing plate preparation. Achieves 2400 dpi imaging quality.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8443Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If parts for other printing machinery not exclusively offset

Broader printing machine parts (8443) if not specific to photographic plate prep.

9001.90.40.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If primarily optical lenses without camera housing

Separate optical elements classified by material/function in 9001 vs. assembled cameras.

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Document JDF workflow integration to prove commercial printing specialization

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