Underwood Manual Typewriter Ribbon
> A cotton-based black ribbon for vintage Underwood manual typewriters, prepared with wax ink for impressions and marketed as an authentic reproduction for collectors. This ribbon is not permanently housed in a cartridge and is not woven or containing man-made fibres in the manner specified by the sibling items, thus falling under the 'other' category.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the ribbon is permanently put up in a cartridge
This alternative applies to ribbons that are permanently housed in cartridges, which is not the case for this spooled ribbon.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Ensure the ribbon is declared as a non-cartridge ribbon to avoid misclassification under cartridge-specific tariff items
• Provide the CBSA with the ribbon's material composition and dimensions to support the 'other' classification
• Verify the duty rate applicable to your shipment based on the country of origin and any trade agreements
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