Sugarcane Harvester Base Cutter Blade
A circular saw blade designed for base cutting in sugarcane harvesting machines, used on plantations to sever stalks at ground level. It is a cutting blade for agricultural machinery, falling under tariff item 8208.40.00.
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 |
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- CBSA
CBSA FPA Risks (Soil) · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require CBSA CBSA FPA Risks (Soil) depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Within Range 8208400010–8208400090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code).
- HC
Consumer Products Safety · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37), and on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8208400010; Equal To 8208400020; Equal To 8208400090; Equal To 8208400010; Equal To 8208400020; Equal To 8208400090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the blade is used in a machine not specifically for agriculture, horticulture, or forestry
Other cutting blades for machines fall under this residual subheading.
If imported as part of a complete sugarcane harvester
Complete harvesting machines are classified under Chapter 84, not as separate blades.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the blade is classified as a part for agricultural machinery; keep documentation of its intended use
• Verify if the blade qualifies for duty relief under the Machinery Remission Program
• Confirm the blade's dimensions and material to avoid misclassification
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