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Comb Foundation Roller

A hand-operated roller tool with embossed wheels used to imprint beeswax sheets into foundation combs for beehive frames. It is a machinery part specifically for bee-keeping wax processing, aiding in the preparation of hive components. This part falls under tariff item 8436.99.00 as other parts of bee-keeping machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8205.59.90Higher: 6.5% vs Free

If the roller is a simple hand tool without mechanical features

A basic hand-operated roller without complex mechanisms may be classified as a hand tool.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Classify the roller as a part of bee-keeping machinery, not as a general hand tool, to ensure the correct duty rate

β€’ Provide evidence of its specific use in beehive foundation preparation

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