Brother PDS-600 Document Scanner from Canada
The Brother PDS-600 is a compact desktop document scanner with built-in calculating functions for batch processing and OCR data extraction, used in accounting and office environments. It falls under HTS 8470.90.01 as 'other' machines incorporating a calculating device for data recording and displaying tasks beyond standard cash registers.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the machine's calculating function in technical specs for proper classification under 8470.90.01; generic scanners go to 8471.60
• Include FCC certification and user manual to prove data recording/display features during customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as ADP machines (8471) by documenting integrated calculator for accounting use