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Electric Pencil Sharpener from Germany

A desktop electric pencil sharpener that automatically sharpens pencils using a motor-driven blade, designed for office or home use. It falls under HTS 8472.90.40.00 as it is specifically classified as a pencil-sharpening machine within other office machines. Features include safety auto-stop and large shavings tray.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify if the sharpener is electric or manual; electric models require UL or CE safety certifications for US import

Include detailed product specs and photos in entry docs to avoid misclassification as toys or general tools