Flexible Magnet Business Card Sheets
Sheets of flexible magnetic material pre-printed with detachable business cards, designed for refrigerator attachment as promotional items. The flexible magnet provides the essential attachment function. It is classified under 8505.19.00 as a composite good with a permanent magnet.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cards are primarily printed matter with minimal magnetic function
Printed advertising material is classified in Chapter 49.
If the cards are made of rigid metal magnets
Rigid metal permanent magnets fall under 8505.11.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• If the printed matter is the primary purpose, consider whether the magnet remains the essential character
• Provide the magnet thickness and printing details
• Ensure the sheets are declared as magnetized articles, not printed paper products
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