Stencil Duplicator (Roneo Machine) from Germany
Also known as a Roneo or Gestetner machine, this stencil duplicator cuts stencils with a typewriter or thermal process and uses ink drums to produce copies. Classified under HTS 8472.10.00.00 for its specific duplicating function in office settings. It's suited for producing 100-5000 copies per stencil master economically.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of stencil-cutting mechanism in import docs to distinguish from screen printers under 8443.19
• Ensure compliance with ink emission standards; include safety data sheets for consumables if bundled
• Label as 'office duplicator' clearly to prevent reclassification during customs exam