Paper Cutter Blade

High-carbon steel blade designed for straight or guillotine paper cutting machines used in paper processing. It falls under HTS 8441.90.00.00 as a replaceable part specifically for machinery that cuts paper, paperboard, or pulp products into sheets or shapes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

8208.10.00Same rate: 35%

If sold as standalone cutting tools for general use

Blades not exclusively for paper machinery classify as knives and blades for machines under Chapter 82.

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If designed for paper pulp processing machinery

Parts for pulp-making machinery fall under heading 8431, separate from paper finishing equipment.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If part of a multi-function paper handling machine

Parts for machines not exclusively for paper pulp/paperboard may go to residual machinery heading 8479.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compatibility with specific machine models via manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification as general knives under Chapter 82

Include detailed invoices specifying 'parts of paper cutting machinery' to support HTS 8441 classification