Engineer's Folding Rule
A 19th-century style wooden folding engineer's rule with brass joints, extending to 24 inches. It features dual metric and imperial scales and is designed for hand-held length measurement. This traditional measuring rod falls under tariff item 9017.80.10 as a measuring rule for hand use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the rule includes additional functions like a calculator or level
Other instruments not specified elsewhere in heading 90.17 may be classified here.
If the rule is a micrometer or calliper type
Micrometers and callipers are specifically listed under this subheading.
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
• Ensure the rule is classified as a hand-held measuring instrument, not as a part of a machine, to avoid reclassification under Chapter 84
• Declare the value in Canadian dollars and keep the purchase receipt for CBSA inspection
• Verify if the wood meets Canadian import requirements for treated lumber
Related Products under Tariff item 9017.80.10
Flexible Measuring Tape 100ft
A durable, retractable fiberglass measuring tape extending to 100 feet, designed for length measurement in construction and surveying. The tape is hand-held and used for measuring distances, making it a measuring tape under tariff item 9017.80.10. Its fiberglass construction ensures flexibility and resistance to stretching.
Pocket Measuring Rod
A collapsible aluminum measuring rod that folds to pocket size and extends to 39 inches for fieldwork length measurement. It is engraved with 1mm graduations and is a hand-held instrument for measuring length. This product is classified under tariff item 9017.80.10 as a measuring rod for hand use.
Retractable Steel Tape 25mm x 5m
A heavy-duty retractable steel tape measure with a 25mm wide blade extending to 5 meters, designed for professional construction use. The nylon-coated blade provides durability and resistance to wear. This hand-held measuring tape falls under tariff item 9017.80.10 as a measuring tape for length.