Electric Pencil Sharpener
The Electric Pencil Sharpener is a desktop device that automatically sharpens pencils using a motor-driven blade, designed for office or home use. It is a pencil-sharpening machine, a type of office machine explicitly listed in the heading. This product falls under tariff item 8472.90.00 as a pencil-sharpening machine.
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 sharpener is considered a domestic appliance
Electro-mechanical domestic appliances are classified under heading 85.09, but office use may exclude this.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify this sharpener under 8472.90.00 as a pencil-sharpening machine
• Ensure the motor complies with Canadian electrical safety standards
• Verify if the sharpener is battery-operated or plug-in, as this may affect the declaration
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