Olivetti Lettera 32 Manual Typewriter

Olivetti Lettera 32 is a iconic portable manual typewriter known for minimalist Italian design and reliable semi-standard keyboard. It fits HTS 8472.90.50.00 as a typewriter excluding heading 8443 printers, within other office machines for mechanical document creation. Favored by designers and typewriter enthusiasts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4819.60.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If imported with boxed paper/ribbon as office set

Sets of paper, envelopes, and typewriter supplies for office use are Chapter 48 copying/sets.

8471.50.01Higher: 50% vs 17.5%

If has built-in processing unit and memory

Automatic data processing units with storage capability move to 8471 ADP systems.

9403.60Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If desk-mounted with wooden base as furniture

Office furniture incorporating machines may classify under Chapter 94 if support structure predominates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide photos of internal mechanism to confirm manual operation; EU-origin models may qualify for GSP reductions

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests toy use

Check for asbestos in older gaskets per import bans

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