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Brother Empty Typewriter Ribbon Cassette from Germany

Empty cassette made of high-impact plastic for Brother typewriters, with internal mechanisms for ribbon take-up and supply. Classified in 3926.90.8300 as it is purpose-built for typewriter ribbons and imported empty. Ensures smooth ribbon installation in office typewriters.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label shipments clearly as 'empty typewriter ribbon cassettes' to distinguish from filled ribbons under 3926.90.45

• Provide manufacturer specs confirming plastic construction and ribbon-specific design for accurate HTS verification

• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing; declare full retail value including any branding to prevent anti-dumping scrutiny