Bernina Bernette b38 Sewing Machine
A computerized household sewing machine with 394 stitches, knee lift, and slide speed control, designed for home quilting and apparel sewing. Despite its advanced features, it is marketed and constructed for domestic use, not industrial production.
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 |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 8452100000; Equal To 8452100000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
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If the machine is designed for industrial or commercial use
Industrial sewing machines are classified separately from household types.
If importing needles specifically for the sewing machine
Sewing machine needles are classified under a separate tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the machine is classified as household type by confirming it is not designed for continuous industrial use
• Keep the original packaging and user manual to demonstrate its domestic purpose if questioned by CBSA
• Verify if any free trade agreements apply to reduce or eliminate duties
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