Epson Empty Ink Ribbon Cartridge from Canada
An empty plastic cartridge designed specifically for holding ink ribbons in Epson dot matrix printers and typewriters. It features a molded plastic housing with spools for ribbon winding and is classified under HTS 3926.90.8300 as an empty cartridge for typewriter and machine ribbons. The cartridge is supplied empty for loading with replacement ribbons.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the cartridge is empty and intended solely for ribbons to avoid misclassification as filled printer parts under 3926.90.99
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'empty cassette for machine ribbons' and printer compatibility to facilitate customs clearance
• Check for plastic composition compliance with Chapter 39 notes on polymer content to prevent reclassification