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Duck Brand Max Strength Electrical Tape

Vinyl self-adhesive tape in 19mm x 20m rolls for heavy-duty electrical insulation and color-coding wires. Fits HTS 3919.10.20.20 precisely as 'electrical tape' in qualifying roll dimensions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+37.5%43.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+60.0%65.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3919.10.20Same rate: 43.3%

If printed with brand logos or patterns extensively

Heavily printed tapes may classify as 'printed' under separate statistical suffixes.

8546.90.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 43.3%

If pre-applied to electrical conductors as insulation

Tape already on wires becomes 'insulated electrical articles' in Chapter 85.

3920.43.50Lower: 41.7% vs 43.3%

If containing >40% added plasticizers by weight

Subheading note defines plasticizer content affecting classification in 3920 series.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document stretch/elongation properties (>200%) typical of electrical tapes for CBP review

• Ensure country-of-origin markings on individual rolls per 19 CFR 134 for consumer electrical products

• Watch for copolymer blends; declare per subheading note (a) if <95% single monomer