Graphtec FC9000 Flatbed Plotter Cutter
The Graphtec FC9000 is a flatbed plotter cutter designed for processing materials up to 24x36 inches, including sandblast masks, heat transfers, and precision templates. It combines plotting and cutting functions to follow mathematical patterns and templates with high accuracy. This device is classified under tariff item 9017.20.90 as an other drawing or marking-out instrument, given its role in producing precise technical patterns.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the device is used primarily for cutting materials rather than drawing or marking
Machines for working rubber or plastics, not elsewhere specified, may apply.
If the device is used solely for drawing without cutting capabilities
Drawing instruments are classified separately from other mathematical instruments.
If the device is used for cutting wood, cork, or similar materials
Machine tools for working wood or hard materials are classified in chapter 84.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Since the FC9000 combines plotting and cutting, be prepared to justify classification under 9017.20.90 by demonstrating its primary function as a marking-out instrument
• If the cutting function is dominant, the CBSA may classify it under cutting machinery in chapter 84
• Include technical specifications and intended use cases in your import documentation to support the classification
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