Book Sewing Machine from Canada
A book sewing machine uses thread to stitch signatures together along the spine before casing-in, ideal for hardcover books requiring durable binding. Classified under HTS 8440.10.00.00 as explicit book-sewing machinery for professional binderies. It handles folded sheets into sewn book blocks.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of sewing mechanism to distinguish from gluing machines
• Document voltage requirements to comply with import electrical standards