Electric Hole Punch Machine

A powered office machine that punches standard binder holes in multiple paper sheets. Interpreted under HTS 8472.90.90 as a perforating machine for office document binding.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.51.30Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If manual household punch

Household hand tools classify separately from electric machines.

8439.99.50Same rate: 35%

If for printing industry punches

Specialized printing accessory punches go to printing machinery parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify hole size standards (e.g

β€’ 3-ring binder) for classification

β€’ Electrical safety certifications essential for clearance

β€’ Avoid manual punch confusion under hand tool headings