Cover Creasing Wheel Kit

Engraved steel wheels for scoring hardcover covers in joint forming operations of bookbinding machines. Classified under HTS 8440.90.00.00 for their precision role in case preparation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8208.90.60Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If general creasing tools

Hand or non-machine wheels classify as other interchangeable tools.

8443.11Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If parts of printing machinery scoring

Offset press scoring wheels go to printing machinery parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Engraving pattern diagrams prove book-specific design

• Hardness ratings (Rockwell scale) for durability claims

• Avoid generic scoring tool categorization

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