Textile Screen Printing Frame
A sturdy aluminum frame fitted with a fine polyester mesh screen, designed specifically for holding stencil designs during textile screen printing processes. It is a core component of textile printing machines classified under heading 84.42. This frame ensures accurate pattern transfer and durability.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the frame is presented as a printing screen for heading 84.42
Printing plates, cylinders and other printing components are classified in heading 84.42.
If the frame is sold as a general aluminum article
Other articles of aluminum are classified in heading 76.16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the frame as a part of printing machinery, not as a general aluminum or textile article
• Provide evidence of its design for screen printing, including mesh specifications
• Note that if the frame is a printing screen of heading 84.42, it may be classified there instead
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