Weather Forecast Overlay Map Set
A set of transparent printed overlay maps for weather patterns, fronts, and precipitation, used in meteorology. These are similar charts, printed, and not atlases or globes, so they fall under 4905.90.00 as 'Other'. They are not excluded by Chapter 49 notes.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the overlays are used with a relief map or globe
Relief maps and globes are excluded from Chapter 49 and classified in heading 9023.
If the overlays are pictures without map features
Printed pictures without text fall under heading 4911, but maps are in 4905.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the overlays are printed, not digital files, to qualify for Chapter 49
• If the overlays are on transparent plastic, they are still in Chapter 49, but if they are for use with a machine, they may fall under Chapter 90
• Keep the invoice for CBSA valuation
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