Mechanical Kitchen Scale
A spring-based analog household scale for weighing food ingredients up to 11 lbs, with a dial display and bowl attachment. Falls under HTS 8423.10.00 as a household scale for personal kitchen use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If features automatic counting of items by weight
Scales that count discrete items like nuts or candies shift to weight-operated counting machines.
If capacity exceeds 30 kg for bulk food prep
Larger capacity kitchen scales are often seen as other weighing machinery.
If purely metal decorative item without functional weighing mechanism
Non-functional or novelty metal items are under other articles of iron or steel.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'household use only' in invoices to distinguish from commercial models
• Ensure mechanical parts meet durability standards without precision balance features
• Provide weight capacity details to confirm personal scale status
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