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Mechanical Postal Letter Scale from China

A spring-loaded dial scale for weighing envelopes and small parcels up to 4 lbs, commonly used in home offices. It qualifies under HTS 8423.10.0060 for other household scales used in personal mailing tasks.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document as 'household postal scale' with photos showing non-commercial design to avoid 8423.82 scrutiny

• Check for country-of-origin marking on dial face as required for small scales

• Avoid importing with postage stamps or envelopes to prevent classification as a complete mailing set