Desktop MICR Reader-Writer from Germany
Desktop unit combining magnetic ink character recognition reading with printing capabilities for check processing and encoding. Falls under HTS 8471.60.80.00 primarily for its MICR input function to ADP systems. Used in teller stations for instant check validation and endorsement.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Separate input vs. printing value in invoice if possible for accurate duty assessment
• Include magnetic field strength specifications for MICR compliance
• Document as input-dominant to avoid 8443 printer classification