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3M 990 Reader-Printer Microfilm Copier

The 3M 990 Reader-Printer is a microfilm reader-printer designed to handle 16mm and 35mm microfilm formats, producing electrostatic copies at high speed. It falls under tariff item 9008.50.29 as an 'Other' microform reader capable of producing copies, distinct from slide projectors and other image projectors.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%—6%
🇲🇽Mexico6%—6%
🇺🇸United States6%—6%
🇩🇪Germany6%—6%
🇯🇵Japan6%—6%

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Alternative Classifications

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9008.50.21Lower: Free vs 6%

If the device is specifically a microfilm or microfiche reader-printer

This alternative applies when the product is explicitly designed as a reader-printer for microfilm or microfiche, which may be more specific than 'Other'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the device is classified as a microform reader-printer; keep documentation of its copying capabilities

• Verify if the electrostatic copying unit requires additional certification under Canadian electrical safety standards

• Declare the correct unit of measure (number) to avoid customs delays

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Canon imageCLASS MF644Cdw Microfilm Reader Copier

The Canon imageCLASS MF644Cdw Microfilm Reader Copier is a desktop device that reads microfilm and microfiche formats and produces paper copies directly from the projected image. It is classified under tariff item 9008.50.29 as an 'Other' microform reader with copy capability, not falling under slide projectors or other image projectors.

Digital Microform Conversion Station

The Digital Microform Conversion Station is a multi-format reader workstation converting microfilm/fiche to searchable PDF with OCR, featuring a touch-screen interface. It is classified under tariff item 9008.50.29 as an 'Other' microform reader, as it does not produce physical copies directly and is not a slide projector or other image projector.

Elmo MX-P Microfiche CopyPro Reader

The Elmo MX-P Microfiche CopyPro Reader is a portable microfiche reader-printer that produces laser copies from various microfiche formats. It falls under tariff item 9008.50.29 as an 'Other' microform reader capable of producing copies, excluding slide projectors and other image projectors.

Kodak I1600 Microfilm Reader Copier

The Kodak I1600 Microfilm Reader Copier is a compact microfilm reader with an integrated copier for 35mm roll film and jackets, producing letter or legal size copies. It is classified under tariff item 9008.50.29 as an 'Other' microform reader with copy capability, distinct from slide projectors and other image projectors.

Library Microfiche Duplicator Reader

The Library Microfiche Duplicator Reader is a self-service microfiche reader-printer for public libraries producing 1:1 copies on 35mm film, featuring counter fees collection and vandal-resistant construction. It falls under tariff item 9008.50.29 as an 'Other' microform reader capable of producing copies, excluding slide projectors and other image projectors.

NextImage ScanPro 3000 Microfiche Duplicator

The NextImage ScanPro 3000 Microfiche Duplicator is a hybrid microform reader with scan-to-print capability, producing copies from microfiche, microfilm, and aperture cards. It falls under tariff item 9008.50.29 as an 'Other' microform reader capable of producing copies, excluding slide projectors and other image projectors.