Postage Scale with Digital Calculator Display

A desktop device combining postage weighing with an integrated calculator for rate computation and label data entry. It qualifies for HTS 8470.90.0190 under 'postage-franking machines and similar machines, incorporating a calculating device; other,' due to its data recording and calculating features.

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.

8423.82.00Same rate: 35%

If primarily a weighing scale

Weighing machines without significant calculating fall in scales heading.

8471.41.01Lower: 32.5% vs 35%

If plotters/printers for postage labels

If printing dominant, classifies as ADP output unit.

9031.80.80Same rate: 35%

If measuring instruments with display

Precision measuring devices with calc go to Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Label as incorporating calculating device; provide rate tables showing computation

β€’ Avoid classifying as lab scales under 8423 if calc is prominent

β€’ Document for retail vs industrial use to prevent shifts

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