Unpunched IBM Punchcard Machine Cards
Rectangular cards made of kraft paperboard coated with kaolin on one or both sides, designed for use in IBM punchcard machines such as the 029 Key Punch. The cards are unpunched and may be supplied in continuous form, and the kaolin coating ensures smooth feeding, placing them under this tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cards are punched or perforated for use in data processing machines
Punched cards for data processing are classified under heading 48.23.
If the paperboard is not made from kraft pulp
Non-kraft coated paperboard falls under subheading 4810.92.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the cards are not punched or perforated at import; if they are, they fall under heading 48.23
• Confirm the dimensions meet the heading's size requirements
• Keep documentation of the kraft fibre content and kaolin coating
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