Digital Kitchen Scale 5kg Capacity
A compact electronic scale designed for precise measurement of food ingredients up to 5 kg, featuring a LCD display and tare function. It falls under HTS 8423.81.00 as weighing machinery with a maximum capacity not exceeding 30 kg, excluding high-sensitivity balances. Commonly used in home cooking for accurate portioning.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If capacity exceeds 30 kg but not over 5000 kg
Scales with higher capacities shift to the next statistical break in heading 8423.
If integrated into automated food processing machine
Machines with weighing function as part of larger processing unit classified by principal function.
If designed for laboratory analysis with high precision
Precision balances for lab use may fall under Chapter 90 for measuring instruments.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify maximum capacity in product specs does not exceed 30 kg to qualify under 8423.81.00; test certificates may be required
ā¢ Ensure calibration compliance with NIST or OIML standards for food-contact scales to avoid customs holds
ā¢ Label clearly with capacity, units, and 'not legal for trade' if not certified for commercial use
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