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Canon PG-240 Black Ink Cartridge

Canon PG-240 XL black ink cartridge supports PIXMA printers like the MG2420, which are inkjet models in subheading 8443.31. It offers high-yield pigment ink for document printing with crisp results. Classified in 8443.99.5011 as an ink cartridge tailored for these specific printing machines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3215.11Lower: 14.3% vs 20%

If sold as bottled ink for manual cartridge filling

Ink in non-cartridge form is a printing ink preparation under 3215, excluding mechanical parts.

8473.30.51.00Higher: 50% vs 20%

If bundled with printer heads as a maintenance kit

Combined with other assemblies like printheads, it may classify as parts for automatic data processing machines.

8443.99.50Same rate: 20%

If toner cartridges misidentified as ink for laser models

While 8443.99.5011 is for liquid ink, dry toner equivalents use adjacent subheadings.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Cross-reference Canon printer HTS to substantiate 8443.31 classification during entry

• Ensure MSDS sheets for ink chemicals accompany shipments for EPA and customs scrutiny

• Steer clear of bulk shipments misdeclared as cartridges to prevent reclassification penalties