Portable Travel Scale
A lightweight, battery-powered digital scale for weighing luggage up to 110 lbs, compact for personal travel use. It qualifies as a personal weighing machine under tariff item 8423.10.00, which covers personal weighing machines and household scales. Its portability and design for travel make it suitable for this classification.
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 used for commercial luggage weighing at hotels or airports
Commercial use moves it to a different weighing machinery subheading.
If the scale has features beyond simple weighing, like data logging
Advanced features may place it in a residual weighing machinery category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as a personal weighing machine only if intended for individual travel use
• Ensure the product label and instructions indicate household/personal use to avoid reclassification
• Check if the scale's battery is included and meets Canadian safety standards
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