Portable Gold Prospecting Scale
A rugged, pocket-sized digital scale designed for hobbyist gold panners to weigh nuggets or flakes up to 100g, featuring a troy ounce mode for precious metals. It qualifies under tariff item 8423.10.00 as a personal weighing machine intended for outdoor prospecting carried on the person.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the scale is used for constant weighing in a commercial mining operation
Constant weight scales for industrial use fall under this heading rather than personal scales.
If the scale has a capacity exceeding 100g and is not designed for personal carry
Other weighing machinery not elsewhere specified may apply for larger-capacity devices.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the scale is clearly marked as a personal weighing device for outdoor use to avoid classification as industrial weighing machinery
• Verify the 100g capacity and troy ounce mode are documented in the product manual for CBSA officers
• No special permits are required for this consumer-grade item
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