Intertype Line Casting Machine

Intertype machines, rivals to Linotype, cast metal line slugs for composing newspaper pages efficiently. Under HTS 8442.30.0110 for phototypesetting and composing functions in preparing printing plates. Featured in mid-century printing plants before photocomposition era.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8428.90.03Same rate: 35%

If lifting equipment components included

Slug handling hoists reclassify parts under other lifting machinery.

8471.60Lower: 25% vs 35%

If keyboard digitized for computer input

Input units with data processing shift to automatic data processing machines.

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If industrial metalworking caster only

Non-printing casters go to parts for metalworking machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document magazine and slug storage systems for accurate machinery valuation

β€’ Obtain export licenses from origin country for cultural heritage machines

β€’ Test hydraulic systems pre-shipment to avoid damage claims

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