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Manual Braille Press Machine from Japan

Manual Braille press machine for small-scale production using metal type plates to emboss Braille on paper, designed exclusively for blind literacy programs in developing regions. Robust construction for institutional use. Named directly in HTS 9817.00.94 as special presses for the blind.

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

• Include type plate specifications showing Braille font compatibility

• Document institutional literacy program end-use

• Emphasize manual operation preventing modern printing classification