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Paper Systems Tube-O-Matic

This spiral winder includes an auto end-plug inserter to produce complete paper mailing tubes for posters and blueprints. It forms tubes by winding and inserting end plugs, not molding, fitting the tariff item's scope for making containers other than by moulding.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

8441.40.00Same rate: Free

If the machine is used for molding paper pulp containers

Machines for molding articles of paper pulp are classified under this heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Classify the machine as a complete unit including the end-plug inserter

• Provide CBSA with technical documentation to show tubes are made by winding, not molding

• Check if the inserter mechanism requires separate import classification

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